Weekly Announcements
Thursday, December 06, 2018
- CIES 2014: World Music Social
- CIES 2014 - Hosting a Reception
- CIES 2014 - Book you room Now!
- Call for Papers: Review of Global Studies Literature Call for Reviewers, Issue #5
- Wudpecker Journal of Educational Research (WJER), Call for Papers
- University of Maryland, Job Opportunity
- The Comparative Education Society of Asia
- PhD in Higher Education, Call for Applications
- United Arab Emirates University, Job Opportunity
1. CIES 2014 - World Music Social
CIES WORLD MUSIC SOCIAL
Bringing emerging and veteran CIES scholars and practitioners (and their guests) together for a night of fun, with live entertainment, top-notch food, andplenty of opportunities to catch-up with those you know and meet new friends and colleagues.
Thursday, March 13, 2014
8pm – Midnight
Live band – Zimbabwean AfroJazz *
DJ spinning world pop/dance music *
Gourmet Canadiana Cuisine * (vegetarian & non-vegetarian appetizers and tapas)
Ample room for dancing *
Venue (the Arcadian Loft) is a beautifully decorated space with wrap-around floor to ceiling windows offering fantastic views of city life, and is set up for soft seating in a quieter part of the space *
The Arcadian Loft is accessible from the conference venue via an underground heated pathway *
Ticket Prices (prices include one drink as well as food and entertainment):
Students & Participants in New Scholars Committee Activities: $40/person
Non-Students & Guests: $65/person
How to Purchase Tickets:
Tickets may be purchased with registration. For those already registered you may log back in and revise your order to include tickets for the CIES World Music Social. Limited tickets available, so please book yours early.
We look forward to seeing you there!
2. CIES 2014 - Hosting a Reception at CIES 2014
Hosting a Reception at CIES 2014
Every year a number of institutions and groups host receptions open to conference attendees. These receptions offer excellent opportunities for institutions and groups to raise awareness about and interest in their organizations and activities.
At CIES 2014 we will have an evening of concurrent receptions on Wednesday March 12, from 7 pm – 10 pm. While your group will be responsible for financing the catering, we will supply the room at no additional cost. Rooms will be allocated on a first come/first serve basis, so we encourage you to reserve your space today!
If you and your group are interested in hosting a reception at CIES 2014 please email . In your message please include the institutional/group name and contact information for the person coordinating the event. We will then connect you with the catering manager at the Sheraton and you will proceed with menu planning.
If you have any questions about hosting a reception at CIES 2014 please email the conference coordinator at
3. CIES 2014 - Book your room Now!
CIES 2014 - Book your room now! We are pleased to announce that a dedicated reservation link is now available on the conference website for booking your stay at the Sheraton during the conference. All room occupancies (i.e., single, double, triple and quadruple) are CDN$179/night, plus 13% HST. Please visit to access the reservation link.
4. Call for Papers: Review of Global Studies Literature Call for Reviewers, Issue #5
The editors of NAFSA's Review of Global Studies Literature are pleased to announce the Call for Reviewers for Issue #5, with the special theme “The Politics of Language in International Education.” Suggested titles and topics can be found at Topics may include:
- Politics and Pedagogy of Language Learning
- Intercultural Communications and Language Education
- Language, Identity and Culture
- Globalization and the Cultural Politics of Language Use
- Regional Studies of Language and Identity
- Linguistic Rights and Language Policies
- Critical Translation Studies
- Emily Gorlewski, Rebecca Hovey, and Bryan McAllister-Grande, editors
5. Wudpecker Journal of Educational Research (WJER), Call for Papers
Wudpecker Journal of Educational Research (WJER) formerly EducationalResearch and Essays journal, publishes research analysis and inquiry intoissues of importance to the Educational community. Articles in WJERexamine emerging trends and concerns in all areas of education includingeducation policies and management. The goal of WJER is to broaden theknowledge of Educational professionals and academicians by promoting freeaccess and provide valuable insight to Education-related information,research and ideas. WJER is a monthly publication and all articles are
peer-reviewed. The following types of papers are considered forpublication:
• Original articles in basic and applied research.
• Critical reviews, surveys, opinions, commentaries and essays.
Our objective is to inform authors of the decision on their manuscript(s)within four weeks of submission. Following acceptance, a paper willnormally be published in the next issue.
Instruction for authors and other details are available on our website
Prospective authors should send their manuscript(s)
Open Access
One key request of researchers across the world is unrestricted access toresearch publications. WJER is fully committed Open Access Initiative byproviding free access to all articles (both abstract and full PDF text) assoon as they are published. We ask you to support this initiative bypublishing your papers in this journal.
Invitation to Review
WJER is seeking for qualified reviewers as members of the review boardteam. WJER serves as a great resource for researchers and students acrossthe globe. We ask you to support this initiative by joining our reviewer'steam. If you are interested in serving as a reviewer, kindly send us yourresume to
Best regards,
Dr.. Esin ACAR
Editor, Wudpecker Journal of Educational Research
Wudpecker Journals
E-mail:
ISSN 2315-7267
6. University of Maryland, Job Opportunity
The College of Education at the University of Maryland invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Counseling, Higher Education, and Special Education (CHSE), which is a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Professor. We seek a leader for this newly merged department to further advance its research, teaching, and service accomplishments as a unified department.
The Department of Counseling, Higher Education, and Special Education (CHSE) incorporates three outstanding former departments, all with programs having top rankings in U.S. News and World Report, 2014: Counseling and Personnel Services (ranked #1 for 14 years in a row), School Psychology (ranked #4), Higher Education (ranked #11), and Special Education (ranked #11).
A dynamic and diverse group of 36 tenure-track faculty representing seven specialty areas provides innovative and exemplary graduate and undergraduate education. Our department’s Ph.D. programs in Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, Higher Education, Student Affairs, International Education Policy, and Special Education prepare scholars and researchers committed to the advancement of knowledge and practice in a variety of educational settings and contexts. CHSE also offers a wide variety of Master’s degrees to prepare practitioners to work in the field of Student Affairs, Higher Education and International Education Policy as well as to become certified as School Counselors or Special Education teachers.
The Department fosters a collaborative community that incorporates theory, research, and practice, and engages students, educators, and professionals in the advancement of education and human development.
Qualifications for the position include:
- Earned doctorate in counseling psychology, school psychology, higher education, student affairs, comparative and international education, and special education, or related field
- Record of publications and scholarly activities (e.g., grant writing and presentations) commensurate with appointment at rank of Professor
- Demonstrated national or international leadership and scholarship in counseling psychology, school psychology, higher education, student affairs, comparative and international education, and special education, or related discipline
- Administrative experience in a role as department chair or other comparable experience
- Experience managing budgets
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Candidates should upload a letter of application addressing their qualifications; current curriculum vitae; and names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom reference letters may be requested. All application materials must be submitted electronically via the eTerp system at
Requests for confidentiality will be honored until the final phase of the search.
Address materials and inquiries to Patricia A. Alexander, Ph.D., CHSE Search Committee Chair, Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology, 3304 Benjamin Building, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742. Voice: 301-405-2172 FAX: 301-314-9890 Email: .
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit by December 15, 2013. Appointment to the position will be effective July 1, 2014.
7. The Comparative Education Society of Asia, Conference
9th Biennial Conference: Hangzhou, China, May 16-18, 2014
Education, Equality and Social Harmony:Asian Experiences in Comparative Perspective
Host: School of Education, Hangzhou Normal University
The relationship between education and social inequality has aroused increasingly acute concern in many Asian societies over recent years. This conference will invite participants to consider what we can learn from the experiences of developed and developing societies, within Asia and beyond, regarding the relationship between education, equality and stability or ‘harmony’ – both within particular societies, and in their relations with each other. This theme is intended to stimulate debate over what different societies can teach us regarding the balance to be struck between education’s role in promoting economically-relevant ‘skills’, and the other vital roles that it performs – in terms of political socialization, the distribution of opportunity, and the fostering of those capabilities necessary to the pursuit of a fulfilling life.
The conference will feature keynote addresses by the following distinguished scholars:
-Prof. WANG Yingjie (Beijing Normal University, President of the China Comparative Education Society)
-Prof. KARIYA Takehiko (University of Oxford; formerly of the University of Tokyo)
-Prof. Krishna KUMAR (University of Delhi, former Head of the National Council for Educational Research and Training) (to be confirmed)
-Prof. Paul MORRIS(IOE, University of London; former President of the Hong Kong Institute of Education)
Paper presentations:
Those wishing to present papers should email an abstract and completed registration form (downloadable from.
The final deadline for abstract submission isJanuary 31, 2014(or December 16, 2013 for those wishing to take advantage of the 'early bird' registration fee).
When preparing an abstract, please consult the full Call for Papers, available onthe conference website:
Hangzhou, famous for its scenic West Lake, was the capital of China during the Southern Song Dynasty (1123-1276). Relics of its historic past remain, and the city continues to attract large numbers of domestic and overseas tourists. Conference participants are strongly encouraged to take the opportunity of their visit here to take a day or two before or after the conference to explore the lake and some of the related sights.
For further information on the conference, please consult the website, or write to:
8. PhD in Higher Education, Call for Applications
PhD in Higher Education
School of Education
Higher Education Training and Development (HETD)
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
The PhD program, administered by Higher Education Training and Development (HETD), covers extensive areas in higher education including aspects of teaching and learning; management and leadership; policy studies; institutional research; professional and support services; and issues related to education in disciplines, among others. Applications are now invited from interested and prospective applicants for PhD in Higher Education program in 2014 at the School of Education, UKZN, Durban, South Africa.
I—Modalities: Modalities of the study under consideration:
Students may register for Full-time or Part-time study
- All students will be part of a cohort group which meets at least six times a year over a 3-day weekend for a 3-year period.
- At least four of the six 3-day weekend seminars will be extended over 7 to 10 days, that is, overlapping the 3-day weekend.
- Weekend seminar attendance is mandatory for all students.
- Full-time students and UKZN staff will receive fee remission for the first three years of the programme.
- In 2014 international students from across Africa and other countries will also be part of the cohort together with South African students.
International students are required to submit their qualification to the South African Qualifications Authority ( for evaluation. Only once the foreign qualification is evaluated as equivalent to a master’s degree and the student meets the minimum requirement can s/he be accepted for study and register at UKZN.
III—Seminars and Lectures: Experts in higher education from South Africa, Africa, Europe and elsewhere will be offering mandatory lectures, seminars, and workshops during the seminar weekends.
Students may be required to attend or take additional master’s modules depending on the research topic and their research education and training background to address any relevant knowledge and/or research gaps.
IV—Completion: Students are supported as a cohort by a group of supervisors together with their assigned supervisor/s to complete in a 3-year period, which is the length of time for which the seminar-based cohort model runs.
Full time students who do not finish during the 3-year period will be liable for continuation fees.
V—Recruitment: For the 2014 cohort, 30 students will be selected for the programme. Approximately half will be selected from South Africa and the rest will be from neighbouring SADC countries, Africa and elsewhere.
For international applicants, preference will be given to those interested in areas of leadership and management as part of the joint initiative between UKZN and several other institutions including Universities of Tampere and Helsinki (Finland), Uganda Management Institute and Makerere (Uganda).
VI—Fees: A differential non-refundable application fee is payable:
- South African students: R 175
- Students from Africa: R 420
- Students from outside Africa: USD 130.
VII—Application and Inquiries: Application and inquires may be sent to Dr. Saras Reddy at and Ms. . Additional information is separately attached.
HETD, the host of the International Network for Higher Education in Africa—founded at the Center for International Higher Education, at Boston College more than a decade ago—is expanding its portfolio in higher education teaching, research, communication and advocacy in Africa. General inquiries may be directed to the leader of the unit, Professor
DamtewTeferra at .
Best Regards
Damtew
9. United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), Job Opportunity
The College of Education at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is currently looking for an associate or full professor of educational leadership. If you are interested and for more information, please visit:
Under the Division drop-down menu, please select College of Education (CEDU) and then select the posting under Position Number 305580.
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