Employability via higher education : sustainability as scholarship / Alice Diver, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Diver, Alice, 1967- editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education, Higher--Aims and objectives.

Education, Higher.

Education, Higher--Philosophy.

Physical Description:

xiv, 564 pages ; 25 cm

Place of Publication:

Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2019]

Summary:

"This book discusses the topic of graduate employability from the premise that in this era of 'massification, economic austerity, and political uncertainties, higher education (HE) no longer guarantees a clear 'work place advantage. Divided into three sections, the book offers theoretical and philosophical discourses on the 'HE quandary, whilst taking into account - and critiquing - political, temporal, and national contexts. It culminates in an investigation into specific discipline areas. It offers insights into the way that institutions, decision-makers, academics, and professional support staff can work together towards ensuring that our graduates are able to cope with the varied demands and challenges of modern job markets. It harnesses arguments and reflections on the breadth and depth of the functions of HE, such as social transformation, promoting principles of social justice, and providing opportunities. It grounds these in a triadic model for enhancing student engagement and holistic learning, namely, the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural aspects. As an anthology, it is forward-gazing in terms of the sustainability debate, whilst still offering evidence-based, research-grounded, practical suggestions to readers looking for tips and tools of the trade."-- Back cover.

Contents:

Intro; Foreword; Contents; Editor and Contributors; Definitions; 1 Introduction; 1.1 Introduction: Employability via Higher Education: A Sustainable Scholarship?; 1.2 Section I: Definitions-Key Concepts and Discourses Within HE; 1.3 Section Two: Data, Design and Difficulties; 1.4 Section Three: Disciplines and Delivery; 1.5 Conclusion; References; 2 HE and Civil Society: What Contribution Can Universities Make to Civil Society?; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 HE and Civil Society: A Paradoxical Relationship; 2.3 HE and Civic Participation: Exploring the Relationship

2.4 What Does HE 'Do' to Cultivate Civic Participation?2.5 The 'Amplification' of Social and Political Values by HE; 2.6 Conclusion; References; 3 Learning Gain: Can It Be Measured?; 3.1 Introduction: Measuring 'Learning Gain'; 3.2 A Contextual Framework for Learning Gain?; 3.3 The Mechanics of Learning Gain; 3.4 What May Be Measured (HEFCE Learning Gain Projects); 3.5 Conclusion; References; 4 Conceptions of Quality: Some Critical Reflections on the Impact of 'Quality' on Academic Practice; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 The UK Higher Education Quality Revolution

4.3 The Impact of 'Quality' on Academic Practice4.4 How Has This 'Quality Engagement Paradox' Arisen?; 4.5 Quality as a Space to Reflect Upon Academic Practice; 4.6 Conclusion; References; 5 What Motivational Processes Underpin Student Engagement with Employability? A Critical Review; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Social Cognitive Career Theory; 5.3 Goal-Setting Theory; 5.4 Career Goal Pursuit; 5.5 Career Exploration; 5.6 Career Decision Making; 5.7 Job Search; 5.8 Implications and Future Directions; 5.9 Conclusion; References

6 Developing Employable, Emotionally Intelligent, and Resilient Graduate Citizens of the Future6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Defining Graduate Employability; 6.3 The CareerEDGE Model of Graduate Employability; 6.4 Emotional Intelligence ('EI'); 6.4.1 Why EI is Essential for Graduate Employability; 6.5 Resilience; 6.6 Developing Employability, EI and Resilience within HE; 6.7 Practical Examples of EI and Resilience Building Activities; 6.7.1 Reflection and Reflexivity; 6.7.2 Timeline Exercise; 6.7.3 Gratitude Practices; 6.8 Interdisciplinary Education (IDE) and the Development of EI and Resilience

6.8.1 IDE and Connectivity6.8.2 IDE and Emotional Resilience; 6.8.3 IDE and Employability; 6.9 Conclusion; References; 7 The Role of 'Learner Identity' and Experience-Related Beliefs in Developing Desirable Graduate Attributes; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Defining 'Work-Readiness'; 7.3 Defining Learner Identity; 7.4 Understanding Students' Approaches to Learning; 7.4.1 Surface Approaches to Learning; 7.4.2 Deep Approaches to Learning; 7.5 The Impact of Personal Histories on Learner Identity and Learning Approaches; 7.5.1 Self-efficacy; 7.5.2 Self-regulation

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

7.6 Navigating Personal Learning Histories

ISBN:

9783030263416

303026341X

OCLC:

1106173267