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Higher & further education, tertiary education

Paperback. Eye-opening even for experienced faculty and administrators, this title reveals how the traditional college culture can actually pose obstacles to students' success, and suggests strategies for effectively explaining academic expectations. Num Pages: 216 pages, 2 line illustrations, 1 table. BIC Classification: JFCA; JFSC; JNM; JNP; JNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 141 x 14. Weight in Grams: 258.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674060166
ISBN
9780674060166
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 23.81

Hardcover. Community colleges enroll half of the nation's undergraduates. Yet only 40 percent of entrants complete an undergraduate degree in six years. Redesigning America's Community Colleges explains how two-year colleges can increase their students' success rate quickly and at less cost, through a program of guided pathways to completion. Num Pages: 297 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNF; JNMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 243 x 30. Weight in Grams: 608.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674368286
ISBN
9780674368286
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 38.52

Hardcover. The history of The Princeton Graduate School reveals a great deal about the explosion of knowledge that has radically changed American society in the twentieth century. First published in 1978, this book features chapters recounting the dramatic growth of graduate education since World War II. Num Pages: 456 pages, 38 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1028.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
308
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691011684
ISBN
9780691011684
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.12
€ 55.59

Hardback.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691059211
ISBN
9780691059211
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.97
€ 82.22

Paperback. Drawing on historical research, this work demonstrates how athletics influence the class composition and campus ethos of selective schools, as well as the messages that these institutions send to prospective students, their parents, and society at large. It shows that athletic programs raise even more difficult questions of educational policy. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 496 pages, 16 tables, 82 figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNM; WS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 485.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
486
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691096193
ISBN
9780691096193
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.06
€ 43.11

Hardback. Takes up topics of debate in higher education: What are the nature and objectives of a liberal education? What are the university's responsibilities for the moral education of students? This book contains essays on ethics, the academic curriculum, and the differences between private and public higher education. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNA; JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 165 x 241 x 22. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691123639
ISBN
9780691123639
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 38.06

Hardback. In 1902, Professor Woodrow Wilson took the helm of Princeton University, then a small denominational college. But Wilson had a blueprint for remaking the too-cozy college into an intellectual powerhouse. This book tells how the University adapted and updated Wilson's vision to transform itself into the prestigious institution. Num Pages: 688 pages, 35 halftones. 1 line illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBEJ; HBT; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1142.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
688
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691126869
ISBN
9780691126869
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.12

Hardback. Presents an account of the first 27 years of a astonishing trajectory in a life made difficult by depression, but sustained throughout by a love of books and learning. This book depicts the formative years of a man nourished by lifelong learning, whose rise from humble beginnings to heights of achievement serves as a model for generations to come. Num Pages: 360 pages, 16 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBEH; 3JJ; BG; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 245 x 167 x 30. Weight in Grams: 668.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691129273
ISBN
9780691129273
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 74.56
€ 58.11

Paperback. Drawing on a body of empirical evidence, this book examines how much progress college students actually make toward widely accepted goals of undergraduate education. It describes the changes that faculties and academic leaders can make to help students accomplish more. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 614.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
440
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691136189
ISBN
9780691136189
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 32.25

Hardback. Argues that world-class scholars, and not administrators, make the best leaders of research universities. This title shows why experts need leaders who are experts like themselves. It explains why the most effective leaders are those who have deep expertise in what their organizations actually do. Num Pages: 200 pages, 26 line illus. 24 tables. BIC Classification: JNK; JNMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 456.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691138008
ISBN
9780691138008
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 38.12

Paperback. Introduces various components of information-seeking process. This book focuses on basic concepts, strategies, tools, and tactics for research - in both electronic and print formats. It shows how to avoid plagiarism. Num Pages: 224 pages, 6 line illus. 24 Tables. BIC Classification: GLM; JNM; JNZ; UNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 254.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691138572
ISBN
9780691138572
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.95

Hardback. Arguing that elite higher education contributes to both social mobility and inequality, the authors investigate such areas as admission advantages for minorities, academic achievement gaps tied to race and class, unequal burdens in paying for tuition, and satisfaction with college experiences. Num Pages: 568 pages, 55 line illus. 81 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFS; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 161 x 33. Weight in Grams: 926.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
568
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691141602
ISBN
9780691141602
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.06
€ 43.04

Hardback. Focusing on the state of doctoral education in the humanities, this book reports on the Graduate Education Initiative's - the effort undertaken to improve doctoral programs in the humanities and related social sciences - success in reducing attrition and times to degree and the positive changes implemented by specific graduate programs. Num Pages: 360 pages, 19 line illus. 64 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 650.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691142661
ISBN
9780691142661
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.81

Hardback. In 1981, Frederick Houk Borsch returned to Princeton University, his alma mater, to serve as dean of the chapel at the Ivy League school. This title tells the story of Princeton's journey from its founding in 1746 as a college for Presbyterian ministers to the religiously diverse institution it is today. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HRCC93; JNB; JNMH; JNMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 233 x 22. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691145730
ISBN
9780691145730
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 36.40

Hardback. American universities serve as economic engines, performing the scientific research that can create new industries, drive economic growth, and keep the United States globally competitive. This title sheds light on how knowledge and politics intersect to structure the economy. Num Pages: 264 pages, 6 line illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNKG; JNMN; PDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 167 x 22. Weight in Grams: 534.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691147086
ISBN
9780691147086
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 38.12

Hardback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 4 line illus. BIC Classification: JKSN1; JNM; JPA; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 223 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 432.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691148625
ISBN
9780691148625
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 32.25

Paperback. Offers a portrait of academic life in the nineties. This title presents an exploration of the uses and abuses of literary and cultural criticism that offers a running commentary on identity politics and poses serious questions about the state and future of the academy. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 314.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149387
ISBN
9780691149387
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 21.44

Hardback. offers a portrait in words and images of a storied institution that might be described as a true academic village. This book captures the spirit of curiosity, freedom, and comradeship that is a hallmark of this community of scholars. Num Pages: 144 pages, 77 halftones. BIC Classification: JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 237 x 14. Weight in Grams: 672.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691151366
ISBN
9780691151366
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 26.43

Paperback. Presents an account of how international competition for the brightest minds is transforming the world of higher education - and why this revolution should be welcomed, not feared. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
New
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691154558
ISBN
9780691154558
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.93

Paperback. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BM; JNK; JNMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 258.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691158082
ISBN
9780691158082
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 18.10

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