scholarly journals Improving Graduate Profiles Through Tracer Studies at University

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farid Noor Romadlon ◽  
Muhammad Arifin
Keyword(s):  
Tracer Study ◽  
Tracer Studies ◽  
Implementation Phase ◽  
Evaluation Phase ◽  
Preparation Stage ◽  
The Common ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Time Required ◽  
The University ◽  
And Training

Universities are encouraging efforts to improve their overall quality, including their graduates’ profiles. The absorptivity of graduates in industries or users has become one of the indicators of graduates’ profile quality. This tracer study aimed to get data from graduates dealing with compatibility of knowledge and skills acquired with their job. This program was carried out with the awareness of the university for the graduates’ empowerment. Some of the common problems found in conducting this program were collecting data from graduation books (making the data is less accurate), many telephone numbers could not be contacted or were not active, the time required by respondents while answering questionnaires over calls, and the total number of respondents being less than the expected target. This is because the processes used in the tracer study can be tedious for the respondents (alumni), and they lose interest. The method used in tracer study consists of four stages: (1) preparation, (2) implementation, (3) analysis, and (4) evaluation of results. The preparation stage covers updating graduate data, developing questionnaires, and arranging for and training invited surveyors. The implementation phase consists of deployment, monitoring, and the remaining processes, while the analysis stage is the process of analyzing and recapitulating the questionnaire. The final evaluation phase is the overall reporting and assessment stage of the program. All graduates are expected to be able to be tracked through this method. Keywords: graduates, tracer study, university

Networking in European Education and Training

1993 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 244-246 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pier Giacomo Sola
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Training ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Community Education ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
The Common ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
European Education ◽  
And Training

The Commission of the European Communities promotes, largely through its COMETT Programme (Community Education and Training in Technology), the establishment of partnerships between universities and enterprises in the field of education and training. The author discusses the achievements of such partnerships, and highlights some of the common problems they face, in the context of the activities of one such organization–Amitié, the Association for Managerial and Vocational Training in Software and Information Technologies in Europe.

scholarly journals Perancangan Sistem Informasi Aplikasi Tracer Study Alumni Berbasis Website

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 642
Author(s):  
Rizal Bagus Pambudi ◽  
Agung Triayudi ◽  
Andrianingsih Andrianingsih
Keyword(s):  
Tracer Study ◽  
Tracer Studies ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Initial Stage ◽  
The World ◽  
Study Process ◽  
The University ◽  
National Universities

Tracer Study is a study conducted by tertiary institutions to search for alumni whose purpose is to find out the reciprocal of alumni education in the world of work. National universities themselves already have a tracer study website but still have difficulty in carrying out tracer studies, especially to contact alumni. The method used in this study uses a structured waterfall method. In this case, the initial stage for this method is to make observations that aim to find and find out the problems faced by users and to collect data by searching literature studies related to website-based tracer studies to testing website testing systems using blackboxes, namely testing the function requirements of each menu in a program. This research resulted in the application of a website-based tracer study system that facilitates alumni to carry out the tracer study process which can be done anytime and anywhere. The results of the tracer study itself will serve as a benchmark for the university in developing the ability of future students to compete in the workforce.

scholarly journals Practitioner research in libraries: a cross-sectoral comparison

2009 ◽  
Vol 28 (88) ◽  
pp. 34-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah McNicol
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
Practitioner Research ◽  
Service Development ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
Research Issues ◽  
Information Research ◽  
The Common ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Interest In Research ◽  
The University

Even when research conducted in public library authorities does not have a major impact on policy, it can be crucial for service development. In Spring 2003, the Centre for Information Research (CIRT) at the University of Central England carried out a series of surveys of public, academic, health, school and special libraries in the British Isles in order to obtain up-to-date information about the research issues of particular interest to staff. This indicated that there is significant interest in research, even among those librarians who are not heavily involved in research activity personally. There were a number of common themes which cut across the different library sectors, including ICT, user needs, accommodation, collections, funding, staffing and co-operation. This suggests that, while sector-specific research is necessary in some areas, in others, cross-sectoral research may help library staff to address the common problems they all face.

scholarly journals From Design to Research: Upper Limb Prosthetic Research and Development in Canada, 1960-2000

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
David J. A. Foord ◽  
Peter Kyberd
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Rehabilitation Centre ◽  
Common View ◽  
Upper Limb Prosthesis ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Common ◽  
The University ◽  
And Training ◽  
Limb Prosthesis

This paper examines the history of the research and development (R&D) of myoelectric upper limb prosthesis in Canada from 1960 to 2000. It focuses on two of the prosthetic research and training units (PRTUs) that were created and funded by the federal government as a result of the Thalidomide tragedy: the Rehabilitation Centre at the Ontario Crippled Children’s Centre (OCCC) and successor organizations, and the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Institute of Biomedical Engineering (the Institute or IBME). Both developed commercial systems for myoelectrically controlled arms and hands. We argue that, in contrast to the common view that research in universities and public research institutions has increasingly moved away from basic problems and to product development and commercialization over the period, research in this field has moved in the opposite direction. We explore these cases in detail and examine the forces at work in this change from a design-oriented approach to one that became research intensive.

Regulation 17: the way forward to meet requirements

Water Policy ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 470-480
Author(s):  
J. Chunderduri
Keyword(s):  
Wastewater Treatment ◽  
Closing The Gaps ◽  
Treatment Facilities ◽  
The Common ◽  
Common Problems ◽  
Plant Level ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
And Training

Regulation 17 from the Water Services Act 108 (1997) is currently being implemented for the classification of wastewater treatment facilities and process controllers in South Africa. Green Drop Assessments (an incentive-based programme for wastewater treatment works) place a large focus on Regulation 17 compliance, which replaces Regulation 2834. Over the years, a lack of enforcement of Regulation 2834 has resulted in the incorrect appointment of staff. Many municipalities are therefore struggling to meet the Regulation, which requires appointment of the correct skill level staff to corresponding treatment facilities. The purpose of this paper is to identify the common problems experienced by municipalities, more specifically by the eThekwini Metro Municipality, and to identify possible solutions for closing the gaps. The four key problem areas identified were: imbalanced staff allocation, lack of education amongst staff, lack of experience amongst staff and the need for grandparenting assessments. The solution began with the correct classification of plants and staff, and included education drives and training programmes in addition to staff reallocation methods. These initiatives form part of both a short-term gap-closing strategy and a broader long-term sustainable plan for compliance with Regulation 17, enhanced process control at a plant level and ultimately the acquisition of Greens Drops, as part of the Green Drop Assessments.

scholarly journals Pendampingan Pencatatan Keuangan Terkomputerisasi Koperasi Simpan Pinjam Ibu PKK RT 06 \ Dusun Sengon Karang RT 06 Argomulyo Sedayu Bantul

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda Kusumastuti Wardana ◽  
Puspita Dewi Wulaningrum
Keyword(s):  
Program Implementation ◽  
National Level ◽  
Financial Assistance ◽  
New Members ◽  
Implementation Phase ◽  
Preparation Stage ◽  
Preparation Phase ◽  
Implementation Method ◽  
And Training ◽  
Implementation Stage

Abstract. Sengon Karang Hamlet is one of the hamlets in the Argomulyo Sedayu Village, Bantul. This hamlet is located on the northernmost side of Bantul Regency and is located on the border with Sleman Regency. There are 142 families in this hamlet and most work as farmers and herbal medicine sellers. Therefore, this hamlet is famous for Kampung Jamu and has represented Bantul Regency in the Toga Kampong competition at the national level. Specifically in RT 06 there is a Savings and Credit Cooperative managed by PKK women. Owned capital has reached approximately Rp. 8,000,000. The amount can be classified into a number that is not small for cooperatives at the hamlet level. The limited knowledge of managers about cooperative management causes the cooperative to develop slowly, especially in capital fertilization. The level of trust of the general public towards the cooperative is also low, so that every year there are members who resign. Therefore it is necessary to hold financial assistance and management to gain trust in the community of the two cooperatives so that they will encourage investment from new members. The program implementation method is divided into 2, namely the Preparation Stage and the Implementation Stage. The preparation phase includes several activities, namely, observation, preparing training tools and materials, and preparing a guidebook as a guide. The implementation phase includes program socialization activities, financial recording training I, financial recording training II, and training in calculating Remaining Operating Results Abstrak. Dusun Sengon Karang merupakan salah satu dusun yang ada di Desa Argomulyo Sedayu Bantul. Dusun ini terletak di sisi paling utara dari Kabupaten bantul dan terletak di perbatasan dengan Kabupaten Sleman. Ada 142 KK di dusun ini dan sebagian besar bekerja sebagai petani dan penjual jamu. Oleh karena itu, dusun ini terkenal dengan Kampung Jamu dan pernah mewakili Kabupaten Bantul dalam lomba Kampung Toga di tingkat nasional. Khusus di RT 06 terdapat Koperasi Simpan Pinjam yang dikelola oleh ibu-ibu PKK. Modal yang dimiliki sudah mencapai kurang lebih Rp 8.000.000. Jumlah tersebut dapat digolongkan menjadi jumlah yang tidak sedikit untuk koperasi di tingkat dusun. Keterbatasan ilmu pengetahuan pengelola tentang manajemen koperasi menyebabkan koperasi tersebut berkembang lambat terutama pada pemupukan modal. Tingkat kepercayaan masyarakat umum terhadap koperasi ini juga rendah, sehingga setiap tahunnya ada anggota yang mengundurkan diri. Oleh karena itu perlu diadakannya pendampingan keuangan dan manajemen untuk memperoleh kepercayaan kepada masyarakat terhadap kedua koperasi tersebut sehingga akan mendoro penanaman modal dari anggota baru.Metode pelaksanaan program dibagi menjadi 2, yaitu Tahap Persiapan dan dan Tahap Pelaksanaan. Tahap persiapan meliputi beberapa kegiatan yaitu, observasi, menyiapkan alat dan materi pelatihan, dan  menyusun buku panduan sebagai pedoman. Tahap pelaksanaan meliputi kegiatan sosialisasi program, pelatihan pencatatan keuangan I, pelatihan pencatatan keuangan II, dan pelatihan menghitung Sisa Hasil Usaha.

scholarly journals Conducting a Graduate Tracer Study at a University of Technology: a Quest to Enhance the Learning Experience

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-18
Author(s):  
Hans J. Brits ◽  
Chris Steyn
Keyword(s):  
Labour Market ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Quality Enhancement ◽  
Tracer Study ◽  
Remedial Action ◽  
Tracer Studies ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
University Of Technology ◽  
Role Players ◽  
The University

AbstractThe university is a complex open system with a range of stakeholders each with a variety of (different) expectations. It is important for universities to be aware of these expectations and to ensure that they are achievable (Ulewicz 2017:93). Universities are key role players in improving employability and to enhance economic growth. They are preparing students with the knowledge and skills required for the contemporary labour market (Tran 2016, 58-59) and should respond to governments’ neoliberal pressures in finding ways to address the requirements of the labour market and to apply mechanisms to safeguard their graduates from unemployment. Vaal University of Technology (VUT) in South Africa, conducted a Tracer Study to gather information on graduate’s experience and to evaluate their abilities and skills as employees. This is important as knowledge of the outcomes of the educational experience forms the basis for quality enhancement.This presentation focuses on tracer studies as mechanisms to enhance programme quality and will reflect on the methodology that VUT followed, how the results inform the development of institutional remedial action plans and lessons learnt. This study may contribute to the dearth of research available on tracer studies in the sector.

Competenza ad agire insieme e senso di iniziativa: il tirocinio per attraversare i confini tra studio e lavoro

2020 ◽  
pp. 93-102
Author(s):  
Fabrizio d'Aniello
Keyword(s):  
Professional Growth ◽  
Capability Approach ◽  
Boundary Crossing ◽  
Methodological Framework ◽  
Knowledge Models ◽  
Internship Experience ◽  
Cultural Historical Activity ◽  
The University ◽  
And Training ◽  
The Capability Approach

The pre-eminent motivation behind this contribution lies in the intention to offer students of three-year degree course in education and training sciences and master's degree in pedagogical sciences of the University of Macerata a further support than those already existing, aimed at expanding the educational meaningfulness of the internship experience. The main criticality of such experience is connected with the difficulty in translating knowledge, models, ideas into appropriate activities. This notably refers to the conceptual and educational core of the sense of initiative and entrepreneurship and, consistently, to the skill to act. Therefore, after a deepening of the sense of initiative and entrepreneurship, followed by related pedagogical reflections based on the capability approach, the paper presents an operative proposal aimed at increasing young people's possibilities of action and supporting their personal and professional growth. With regard to this training proposal, the theoretical and methodological framework refers to the third generation cultural historical activity theory and to the tool of the boundary crossing laboratory, variant of the change laboratory

Can-Do descriptors – Realigning English Language Curriculum at Higher Education Institution to CEFR

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 84
Author(s):  
Erda Wati Bakar
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Language Curriculum ◽  
English Curriculum ◽  
The Common ◽  
The University

The Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR) has become the standard used to describe and evaluate students’ command of a second or foreign language. It is an internationally acknowledged standard language proficiency framework which many countries have adopted such as China, Thailand, Japan and Taiwan. Malaysia Ministry of Education is aware and realise the need for the current English language curriculum to be validated as to reach the international standard as prescribed by the CEFR. The implementation of CEFR has begun at primary and secondary level since 2017 and now higher education institutions are urged to align their English Language Curriculum to CEFR as part of preparation in receiving students who have been taught using CEFR-aligned curriculum at schools by year 2022. This critical reflection article elucidates the meticulous processes that we have embarked on in re-aligning our English Language Curriculum to the standard and requirements of CEFR. The paper concludes with a remark that the alignment of the English curriculum at the university needs full support from the management in ensuring that all the stakeholders are fully prepared, informed and familiar with the framework.

The Science of Wisdom in a Polarized World: Knowns and Unknowns

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Igor Grossmann ◽  
Nic M. Weststrate ◽  
Monika Ardelt ◽  
Justin Peter Brienza ◽  
Mengxi Dong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Individual Differences ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Cognitive Sciences ◽  
Methodological Challenges ◽  
The Common ◽  
Empirical Approaches ◽  
And Training ◽  
Contextual Differences

Interest in wisdom in the cognitive sciences, psychology, and education has been paralleled by conceptual confusions about its nature and assessment. To clarify these issues and promote consensus in the field, wisdom researchers met in Toronto in July of 2019, resolving disputes through discussion. Guided by a survey of scientists who study wisdom-related constructs, we established a common wisdom model, observing that empirical approaches to wisdom converge on the morally-grounded application of metacognition to reasoning and problem-solving. After outlining the function of relevant metacognitive and moral processes, we critically evaluate existing empirical approaches to measurement and offer recommendations for best practices. In the subsequent sections, we use the common wisdom model to selectively review evidence about the role of individual differences for development and manifestation of wisdom, approaches to wisdom development and training, as well as cultural, subcultural, and social-contextual differences. We conclude by discussing wisdom’s conceptual overlap with a host of other constructs and outline unresolved conceptual and methodological challenges.

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