scholarly journals "Focus in Your Study and Don't Worry": Exploring the Roles of Student Mother in Higher Education Institution in Malaysia

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (8) ◽  
pp. 20-28
Author(s):  
Siti Norzaimalina Abd Majid
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Multiple Roles ◽  
Household Tasks ◽  
Quality Life ◽  
Challenging Situation ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Role Management

The role of a mother alone is very challenging. With an additional role as a student or a worker add more burden to them. It is undeniable that Malaysian women in the 21st century has more roles than women in the pre-independent era. Nowadays, women have equal opportunities to work and pursue higher education like men. The need to provide quality life to the children has also encouraged women to contribute more in the family income. Despite the multiple roles play by women, the household tasks are still managed by them. For this phenomenological research, in-depth interviews were conducted with two participants who studied in public university in Malaysia. By using thematic analysis, four themes were emerged from this study. The themes were challenges, role management, assistance/support and coping strategies. In this study, the major challenge was to balance the role of mother and student. But whatever challenges they faced; family was their priority. Furthermore, spousal support also helped the mothers in managing their multiple roles. From the findings, it is hoped that it gives some insights on the type of support that student mother needs and ways of coping in challenging situation.

scholarly journals Stress and burnout: exploring postgraduate physiotherapy students’ experiences and coping strategies

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tess Brooke ◽  
Makaela Brown ◽  
Robin Orr ◽  
Suzanne Gough
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Maslach Burnout Inventory ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
First Year ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
T1 And T2 ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Physiotherapy Students

Abstract Background and purpose The impact of stress and burnout in students is an emerging topic. When students perceive that they are unable to cope with stressors, there is increased potential for burnout. To maximise students’ higher educational institution outcomes, students must be able to effectively cope with stressful demands. Research suggests physiotherapy students, in particular, suffer from a high risk of stress and burnout, however limited research exists on postgraduate, pre-registration, physiotherapy students. The purpose of this study was to determine perceived stress, burnout and associated coping strategies across three timepoints in the first year of a postgraduate, pre-registration physiotherapy program. Methods A qualitative and quantitative survey design was utilised at one Australian Higher Education Institution. The 51-item self-administered questionnaire consisted of demographics, the Coping Self Efficacy (CSE) Scale and Maslach Burnout Inventory – General Survey for Students (MBI-GS (S)), and open-ended questions. The questionnaire was administered at three timepoints (T) in the program: T1 at the start of semester 1, T2 before the first placement in semester 2 and T3 after 10-weeks of placement. Data were analysed using descriptive, statistical and thematical analysis. Subjects All first year Doctor of Physiotherapy students. Results A response rate of 62% (n = 38) was achieved. There were no differences in stress and burnout scores between sexes, nor differences in stress and burnout over time. Highest median CSE scores were seen at T1, with highest median MBI-GS (S) cynicism scores at T2, exhaustion (EX) at T1 and T2, and professional efficacy at T1 and T2. The greatest mean CSE changes were seen from T1-T2 and T1–3, and PE greatest changes from T2-T3 and T1-T3. No strong correlation was found between stress and burnout. Curriculum coursework was a frequently reported stressor, along with clinical placement and transition periods. Coping strategies utilized by students were both positive and maladaptive. Positive strategies included sporting activities, baking, listening to music, and social connections, whereas maladaptive strategies included alcohol consumption, excessive eating, and gaming. Conclusion Student consistently identified periods of stress and burnout, with curriculum coursework in particular being a trigger. Findings acknowledge the need for further investigation on sources of perceived stress, burnout, and coping mechanisms to optimise student welfare and enhance Higher Education Institution outcomes.

scholarly journals Where do Graduates Develop Their Enterprise Skills?

2015 ◽  
Vol 29 (6) ◽  
pp. 435-444 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deema Refai ◽  
John Thompson
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Education And Employment ◽  
The Impact

This paper reports on an investigation into the value of the contribution of the higher education institution (HEI) context in developing graduates' enterprise skills. The study was an exploration of where graduates develop enterprise skills, examining the impact of the higher education and employment contexts on the development of these skills. The paper draws on a qualitative study in which interviews were conducted with pharmacy academics and employers. The results show that an ability to demonstrate skills in one context does not necessarily indicate an ability to demonstrate them in another, because the development and demonstration of enterprise skills are influenced by the contexts in which they are developed and demonstrated. The study adds value by highlighting the significant role of both the HE and employment contexts in developing enterprise skills, while emphasizing that these skills become more transferable through exposure to more contexts.

scholarly journals ISSUES AND ECONOMIC ROLE OF WAQF IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION: MALAYSIAN EXPERIENCE

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Farra Munna Harun ◽  
Bayu Taufiq Possumah ◽  
Muhammad Hakimi Bin Mohd. Shafiai ◽  
Abd Halim Mohd Noor
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Economic Role

scholarly journals DILEMA INDEPENDENSI AUDITOR SATUAN PENGAWASAN INTERNAL PERGURUAN TINGGI: STUDI FENOMENOLOGI

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 111
Author(s):  
Syarif Syahrir Malle ◽  
Alimudidin Alimudidin ◽  
Nirwana Nirwana
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Control Unit ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
The Other ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Internal Auditors ◽  
Interpretive Paradigm

<p><em>This research is motivated by a "unique" phenomenon from of the role of the profession internal auditors. For </em><em>Internal </em><em>auditors </em><em>of  Internal Control Unit </em><em>(SPI) in</em><em> a non-profit organization, especially in an</em><em> </em><em>Higher Education Institution</em><em>, the uniqueness has the potential to place it in a situation of independence dilemma. The purpose of this study is to understand the reality of the independence dilemma faced by SPI auditors as a result of the conditions and work environment. In order to explore the auditor's understanding of SPI, phenomenology is employed as methodology, under interpretive paradigm as the umbrella of this research. Exploration of understanding and awareness is done using Epoche. The results of the study revealed that the SPI auditor faced a situation of independence in various forms: (1) the negative auditing stigma in the form of the awarding of "kambing hitam" to SPI raises a dilemma for auditors and disturbs the working spirit of the SPI auditor, on the other hand if implemented improperly will be contrary to the obligation and further aggravate the negative stigma already attached; (2) there is a phenomenon of impropriety (abuse) on audit guidelines that has not been fully implemented and not evaluated to provide ethical consideration in the future; (3) the existence of obedience pressure in the form of "suspension" the rector signs the SPI examination report</em><em>.</em><em> </em><em>d</em><em>ue to the term audit conception that has not been agreed upon. </em></p>

An aggregated and dynamic analysis of innovations in campus sustainability

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 353-375 ◽  
Author(s):  
Camille Washington-Ottombre ◽  
Siiri Bigalke
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Sustainability Assessment ◽  
Regression Tree ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Classification And Regression Tree ◽  
Internal Factors ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Campus Sustainability

Purpose This paper aims to compose a systematic understanding of campus sustainability innovations and unpack the complex drivers behind the elaboration of specific innovations. More precisely, the authors ask two fundamental questions: What are the topics and modes of implementation of campus sustainability innovations? What are the external and internal factors that drive the development of specific innovations? Design/methodology/approach The authors code and analyze 454 innovations reported within the Sustainability Tracking Assessment and Rating System (STARS), the campus sustainability assessment tool of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. Using descriptive statistics and illustrations, the paper assesses the state of environmental innovations (EIs) within STARS. Then, to evaluate the role of internal and external drivers in shaping EIs, the authors have produced classification and regression tree models. Findings The authors’ analysis shows that external and internal factors provide incentives and a favorable context for the implementation of given EIs. External drivers such as climatic zones, local income and poverty rate drive the development of several EIs. Internal drivers beyond the role of the agent of change, often primarily emphasized by past literature, significantly impact the implementation of given EIs. The authors’ work also reveals that EIs often move beyond traditional mitigation approaches and the boundaries of campus. EIs create new dynamics of innovation that echo and reinforce the culture of a higher education institution. Originality/value This work provides the first aggregated picture of EIs in the USA and Canada. It produces a new and integrated understanding of the dynamics of campus sustainability that complexifies narratives and contextualizes the role of change agents.

Five Critical Domains of Effective Leadership in Higher Education Administration

2022 ◽  
pp. 90-113
Author(s):  
Deirdre M. Conway
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Core Competencies ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Multiple Roles ◽  
Leadership Role ◽  
Education Administration ◽  
Leadership Roles ◽  
Roles And Responsibilities ◽  
Leadership In Higher Education ◽  
Education Today

Higher education today consists of a complex myriad of varying levels with individuals tasked to perform multiple roles and responsibilities. Faculty and staff find themselves tasked with multiple responsibilities and fewer resources. Many who embark on the journey of becoming academic administrators and leaders in higher education often do so based on their technical expertise and successes as a faculty member within the institution. Few organizations prepare faculty to step into leadership roles with the appropriate training. One area which often lacks training is in the area of individual leadership capabilities and connecting with others within the organization to accomplish a common goal. This chapter will provide insight into five critical domains necessary for individuals to focus on developing before entering into a leadership role within a higher education institution. Within each domain are central and core competencies which help to determine effectiveness in higher education leadership.

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