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Around the Bloc: Croatians March for Educational Reform
Alleged political pressure stalls move for change and tens of thousands demonstrate.
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Alleged political pressure stalls move for change and tens of thousands demonstrate.
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This paper deals with the topic of multiculturalism and multicultural competence in higher education. It summarizes the international project SOULBUS, whose goal is to meet current and future challenges of multiculturalism in the field of educational rehabilitation and social and health care through collaboration between higher education and the labor market. In relation to the objective of the project, this paper includes the results of research conducted at the Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Zagreb, which refers to the experience of teachers and students and their thoughts on multiculturalism in the context of international mobility. Generally, the results indicate positive experiences with and attitudes towards the internationalization of higher education and provide specific guidance for better reception of and communication with foreign students.
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The aim of this paper is to present a retrospective of child poverty research in Estonia: how it has developed from the social and political acknowledgement of poverty as a social issue in the early 1990s onwards, and how child poverty research has contributed to the development of political thought. The paper follows the use of a new paradigm of childhood research, and revisits the methodological approaches and main research findings that have enhanced the understanding of children as a new policy interest group in politics.
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The article is focused on the analysis of the relationship between socio-economic status of the family and the quality of life of the child. The sixth-graders living in Lodz from the schools selected on the basis of the share of pupils getting feemeals were respondents of the auditorium questionnaire. Conducted statistical analysis show the disadvantaged position of children brought up in the low status families. In all crucial spheres of life of a child taken into account in the research: living conditions, family relationships, peer relationships, school, health, and subjective well-being, we can argue that children from above mentioned category experience lower level of the quality of life than their better off peers. Furthermore, the level of global quality of life differs substantially between groups selected with regard to SES of the family of the respondent.
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The aim of the article was to investigate the early school leaving phenomenon on the basis of the survey sample of 3157 students of basic vocational and upper secondary schools in Poland (located in urban areas in Warsaw, Lublin and Chełm), surveyed in 2014. The main focus has been on the correlation between students’ social support – as an indicator of social capital – and their plans for the future, in particular the respondents’ desire to continue formal, full-time education. The multivariate regression analyses conducted confirm the existence of a correlation between the respondents’ desire to leave formal education before completing upper secondary school and the perceived level of social support. However, in the case of perceived parental and teachers’ support, the correlation appears to be weak. The most important category of significant others is constituted by friends/peers.
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The aim of this publication is to discuss the current state of sexuality education in Poland, officially referred to as “preparation for family life”. Its core curriculum is based on maintaining sexual abstinence, preferably until marriage. Hence, it tries to impose a fixed model of sexuality by providing cultural scenarios that, with reference to moral reasoning, focus mostly on the negative effects of becoming sexually active before marriage. These scenarios also tend to support traditional gender roles and point to the family as the most important part of social life. However, according to studies both experts and young people stress that “preparation for family life” is being taught in a poor manner, failing to introduce reliable, age-adjusted sexuality education. Therefore this paper points out that by trying to impose a fixed and unified model of what sex and sexuality should be, “preparation for family life” fails to take into account the conditions of late modernity, which provide both a diversity of accessible sources of knowledge about sexuality and a plurality of cultural scenarios available to young people through these sources. Consequently, this paper stresses the importance of designing a tailor-made sexuality education program which would be based on reliable information and supported by up-to-date, scientific research. Hence, it would not only meet young people’s expectations but also provide apparatuses corresponding both with young peoples’ actions and other, available sources of knowledge on sexuality. This would deliver a plurality of cultural patterns as a valuable resource to construct one’s sexual scripts.
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At the beginning of the year 2010, new higher education legislation was enacted in Finland. It is argued here that this reform was based on neo-liberalistic and New Public Management ideologies. This paper analyses the ideological shift that happened during the period between 2005 and 2010 by undertaking a qualitative analysis of the speeches given by different Finnish Ministers of Education devoted to higher education policy, especially on the role of the universities. Nine speeches by six different Ministers were analyzed. There was a clear change in the political rhetoric towards an almost unanimous neo-liberalistic rhetoric, irrespective of the political affiliations of the Minister.
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This article investigates the profile of citizen scientists in Poland who actively participated in a project to inform the Polish government's strategic objectives for 2050. While citizen science, involving public collaboration in scientific research, has been extensively studied in various countries, a notable gap exists in understanding the characteristics of citizen scientists in Poland. Employing a methodology that integrates both qualitative and quantitative approaches, the study utilises a collaborative survey and online deliberations to gain insights into the profiles of Polish citizen scientists. The article's primary focus is on delineating the demographics of Polish citizen scientists and comparing them to the characteristics of their peers’ established profiles in other European countries. Intriguingly, our analysis reveals that the environment and green transition theme predominantly attracted male citizen scientists, deviating from prevailing literature that typically associates environmental citizen science with higher female involvement. Additionally, the key findings suggest a portrait of Polish citizen scientists as an older, educated cohort with a discernible concern for societal issues. The article emphasises the importance of these insights for shaping the landscape of citizen science in Poland and provides guidance for similar future initiatives.
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This article presents one analysis of the management of green technology transfer within the context of Brazilian public universities. The study aimed to evaluate the existing practices and identify areas for improvement in the dissemination and absorption of environmental technologies. The research methodology employs an applied and exploratory approach, combining quantitative and qualitative analyses. The study applied a tool specifically designed to assess and support technology managers in the green technology transfer process. This tool incorporates eleven dimensions, including People, Process, Budget, Relationship, Integrated Management, Research and Development (R&D) in Green Technologies, Intellectual Property, Valuation, Commercialization, Environment, and Society. To analyze the effectiveness of the developed tool, a diagnosis was carried out in the Brazilian scenario. The survey identified and evaluated 413 university-registered groups that are actively involved in green research. The collected data were analyzed using statistical techniques such as Pearson's linear correlation coefficients, multivariate analysis, and factor analysis. The findings highlight several gaps and challenges in the green technology transfer process. These gaps present opportunities for improvement and call for universities to develop strategic measures to address them. Collaborative efforts with Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) and research groups within the institutions are also crucial in bridging these gaps. The study concludes by urging universities to adopt strategies that focus on reducing identified gaps and promoting sustainable collaboration between academia and industry in the field of green technology transfer. Overall, this research points to the current state of green technology transfer management in Brazilian public universities, providing valuable insights and recommendations for enhancing the process and driving sustainable innovation in the country.
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This research aims to examine school administrators' attitudes towards education policies and their experiences in the implementation process. Data obtained from semi-structured interviews with 14 school administrators in Adana were examined using content analysis. The findings revealed that the participants generally showed a supportive attitude towards education policies, but there were also some critical and ambiguous attitudes. Additionally, it has been determined that student-focused experiences and politician perception play an important role in the implementation process of policies. Lack of resources and teacher resistance stand out among the difficulties encountered during the implementation of policies. School administrators use a variety of measures such as student achievement, teacher satisfaction and school performance when evaluating the effects of policies. The role of managers in interacting with policy makers and participating in the policy making process is of great importance. As a result, this research provides an important guide for understanding the impact of education policies on school administrators and making more effective decisions in the policy-making process.
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This research examines school administrators' process of determining communication strategies between teachers, their evaluation of the implementation and effectiveness of these strategies, factors and obstacles that enhance cooperation, their experiences and future strategies. Based on the data obtained from interviews with 20 school administrators in Aksaray province, the research was analyzed under various themes. Findings show that school administrators use various strategies to improve communication between teachers and work on various factors to increase collaboration. In particular, it has been shown that providing an open communication environment, setting common goals and creating a positive work culture increases cooperation. However, it has been determined that obstacles such as lack of communication, resistance and lack of resources make cooperation difficult. As a result of the evaluation of the experiences, it was determined that the previous experiences provided learning and growth in communication, coping with difficulties and teamwork. In determining future strategies, it is recommended to focus on issues such as communication skills development programs, conflict management training and leadership and motivation seminars.
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This research aims to understand the effects of multicultural education on school management by examining school administrators' approaches to multiculturalism in education, their leadership strategies, the priorities they give to policies and practices, and the challenges they face. The research was conducted using the case study model on 25 school administrators in Adıyaman province. Data was collected through a specially created interview form and analyzed using the thematic analysis method. According to the findings, school administrators generally consider multicultural education as conceptual richness and focus on strategies such as encouraging participation in community projects and strengthening communication in their leadership roles. Additionally, it has been observed that importance is given to policies and practices such as monitoring diversity policies and prioritizing diversity training programs. In the theme of difficulties and overcome strategies, it was determined that communication difficulties were the most common difficulties and it was observed that managers focused on strengthening their communication skills to overcome this difficulty. The results of the research show that school administrators make significant efforts in multicultural education, but more emphasis is needed in certain areas. These findings provide important clues for improving educational policies and practices, increasing leadership training and adopting more effective strategies in multicultural education.
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This research aims to determine the professional difficulties and solution suggestions of school administrators. The research was conducted through a survey containing the responses of 24 school administrators. According to the data obtained, the most frequently mentioned difficulties of managers are financial constraints, bureaucratic obstacles and workload. Financial difficulties can make it difficult to meet basic needs such as providing educational materials and balancing staff salaries. Bureaucratic obstacles and increasing workload make it difficult for managers to use their time effectively and manage decision-making processes. Additionally, managers are demanding better advice and support. This research contributes to understanding the challenges in the management of educational institutions and developing solution suggestions.
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The aim of this study is to examine the applications of school administrators from various types of leadership to visionary and instructional leadership behaviors in education and training contained in the literature in the field summer. Leadership is the reflection of the characteristics that can influence a group by using a person's personal characteristics and provide direction to their activities. It seems that the concept of leadership, which is as old as human history, is confused with the concept of management. However, it should be known that the concepts of management and leadership are different from each other. While management is considered as carrying out this responsibility process by taking a responsibility, leadership is to influence a group, guide, generate ideas, be able to see the future and mobilize the group in the process of turning them into action. It is very important for school principals to be able to achieve visionary and instructional leadership in order to keep up with the changes brought by the age in education, to update goals and objectives. In the society we live in, it is known that there are people who will direct groups of people with certain desires and expectations to realize their goals and direct their activities. These people who guide people are called leaders, and the guidance of these people in the process of realizing goals is called leadership. Instructional leadership requires developing forward-looking plans and programs by targeting student success and ensuring the arrival of employees in this direction. When evaluated from the point of view of school administrators; it has been determined that school principals should bear the characteristics of educational leaders. Managers should use their knowledge and experience to plan, supervise and monitor the processes related to education and training, and try to prevent a decrease in the quality of teaching.
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This research was conducted to evaluate and understand the process of school administrators adopting innovation in education. Through a research conducted with 22 school administrators in Adıyaman province, leadership styles, organizational strategies, difficulties encountered, success factors, effectiveness of the strategies used, general impact of experiences, support and resources, the future of innovation in education and suggestions and results used to encourage and adopt innovation in education were analyzed. has been made. Findings show that school administrators play an important role in encouraging and managing innovation, mostly by adopting democratic and collaborative leadership styles. Additionally, success factors such as strong leadership, community involvement and flexibility contribute to the successful realization of innovation in education. Recommendations include leadership development programs, increasing collaboration with stakeholders and disseminating a culture of innovation. In conclusion, this research makes an important contribution to understanding the role and challenges faced by school administrators in promoting and adopting innovation in education.
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The article provides an overview of approaches to the organization of religious education in secondary schools of Ukraine during the period of its independence, which complements the European experience of studying this issue. Attention is paid both to the historical circumstances of the beginning of school religious education in the interaction of religious, state and educational institutions, and to modern issues related to the policy of introducing subjects of religious and moral orientation in Ukrainian schools. The current legislation in the field of religious education in a secular school, the real practice of its implementation, and the challenges that give an idea of the specifics of Ukraine in this matter in the European space, are analyzed. The legislative work of Ukraine on resolving the issue of legal regulation of the possibility of establishing educational institutions of different levels of accreditation by religious organizations is generalized. Statistical data on the state of teaching religious and moral subjects in schools of Ukraine are analyzed. Prospects and possibilities of further teaching of religious education in the Ukrainian public school are considered.
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The massive influx of Ukrainian people into Poland after February 24, 2022, has posed unprecedented challenges and opportunities for educational institutions. This article aims to lay the theoretical foundation for understanding how democratic values can be integrated into the Polish educational system to foster mutual cultural understanding, civic engagement, and social inclusion. Key concepts such as Democratic vs. Anti-democratic Values, Citizenship, Involvement, Freedom and Education for Peace, and others are analyzed to offer a comprehensive perspective. The article also underscores the need for empirical studies to further validate and refine these theoretical frameworks, given the unique and evolving socio-cultural landscape of Polish schools today.
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In the European educational paradigm, the philosophy of the responsible citizenship assumes a central role in shaping the future of diverse and interconnected societies. This article explores how European educational systems have been designed to instill values of civic engagement, respect for others, and environmental awareness, equipping EU citizens with the tools they need to become responsible and active members of the global community. The article further examines how the integration of sustainable development and environmental education empowers young minds to become advocates for environmental preservation and guardians of rational planet- -wide stewardship. In particular, by highlighting the successes, challenges, and ongoing efforts within the European educational paradigm, we aim to shed light on how responsible citizenship approaches can lead to more inclusive and cohesive societies that thrive on empathy, tolerance, and solidarity both in Ukraine and globally. This point directly corresponds and is clearly reflected in the report of the European commission on science education highlighting the crucial need for an educational platform to be put in place that would be able to nurture, cultivate and disseminate the values and the critical role that a scientifically-minded, eco-conscious citizenry has on the shaping of our shared global future. Hence, we can conclude that as Ukrainian nation aspires to build a more inclusive and forward-looking society, the philosophy of responsible citizenship promoted within the European educational paradigm offers valuable insights and tools to equip, modernize and revitalize our system of education. By embracing responsible citizenship philosophy, Ukraine can effectively address the challenges (e.g. the environmental, social and economic effects of the on-going war with Russia, incompetent bureaucracy and civil service, stagnant social institutions, inadequate levels of civic engagement and ineffective social management) it faces while providing its population with a sure roadmap to becoming active agents of positive change in the drastically volatile and interrelated global village.
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This comprehensive study explores the multifaceted nature of language policy in Ukrainian Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) against the backdrop of increasing globalization and a rising influx of international students. Employing a multi- -level methodological approach, the paper analyzes the current state of language policy, emphasizing its role in academic performance, cultural identity, and international competitiveness. The study also investigates the impact of technology on the implementation of these policies, highlighting the potential for digital platforms to amplify or impede educational objectives. Data was collected from a diverse range of institutions and indicates significant room for improvement in existing policies. Recommendations are offered at multiple levels, focusing on enhancing the effectiveness, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity of language policies. The findings underscore the necessity of an interdisciplinary approach to crafting a language policy that is both academically rigorous and culturally inclusive.
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This article analyses the role of historical reenactment and its influence on shaping the area of education, based on the example of the staging of the figure of Queen Maria Kazimiera d’Arquien Sobieska. The task consists of outlining the methodological framework around the concept of historical reenactment, explaining the issue of the so‐called the black legend of the queen as shaped in the Polish historiography of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and presenting various forms of historical staging. Information on the preparations for and difficulties of reenacting, on the scope of transmission, and on the importance of recreating the figure of the queen was obtained from ladies dealing with this field through an interview. Others sources of information include the Museum of King Jan III’s Palace at Wilanów as well as journalistic websites. The article suggests that there has been a growth of a ‘white legend’ of the queen which emphasises the positive character traits of the king’s wife and her contribution to the culture of the Polish‐Lithuanian Commonwealth. The figure of Maria Kazimiera d’Arquien Sobieska is clearly gaining importance in the framework of constant commemoration of historical anniversaries and promoting patriotic attitudes. In addition, the figure of the queen is associated with such values as beauty, intelligence, and independence, which clearly fosters the formation of new social attitudes among women and strengthens the cult of beauty and youth.
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