| Edition |
First edition. |
| Physical description |
1 online resource. |
| Series |
Surviving and thriving in academia. |
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Surviving and thriving in academia.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Intro; Contents; Acknowledgements; Notes on Contributors; Forword; PART I: SCHOLARS' EXPERIENCES AND PERSONAL REFLECTIONS ON ACADEMIC PROMOTION; 1: Demystifying the Academic Promotion Process; 1. Introduction; 2. Academic Promotion across Global Contexts; 2.1. North America; 2.2. Australia and New Zealand; 2.3. Europe; 2.4. Latin America; 2.5. Asia; 3. What are Universities Looking For?; Real Examples of Academic Promotion Frameworks; 4. How Do You Typically Apply for an Academic Promotion?; 5. What Happens in a Typical Promotion Process? |
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6. What other Resources on Academic Promotion Should One be Looking at?7. Preparing for a Promotion; 8. What are Your Chances?; 9. Conclusion; References; 2: From Perilous to Permanent; Introduction; Context; Challenges of Contract and Adjunct Positions; Limited Preparation Time; Constant Eye on "the Market"; Eligibility and Access: Becoming Creative; Opportunities and Insights; Getting "Experience"; Learn to Say No; Seek Advice and Get a Mentor; Strategic Vision -- being "on the Market"; Document, Document, Document; Begin Future Proofing; Ask for What You Want. |
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Make the Best Use of Your TimeIdentify Your Blind Spots; Raise Your Visibility; Conclusion; 3: Being Female in Academia; Introduction; My Personal Journey; Applying for a Promotion; Lessons I Learnt; Acknowledgments; Reference; 4: Raising the Bar: Landing Your First Academic Position in US Higher Education; Introduction; The Context of Higher Education across the US; Getting Prepared for a Faculty Job; Think Like You're Bowling; Pursue Your Interests; See What Comes Up and Be Ready to Say Yes; Making it Happen; Advice from Faculty; Acknowledgments; References. |
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PART II: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES ON THE STRUCTURAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROCESSES OF ACADEMIC PROMOTION5: Academic Promotion in the UK: Your Guide to Success; Introduction; THE UK SECTOR; Teaching Excellence Framework; Research Excellence Framework; UK Professional Standards Framework; Researcher Development Framework; Diversity of Academic Roles; The University; Areas of Competencies within a Role; Role Profiles and Levels of Responsibility; Insights and Guidance; Evidence Base for Impact of Practice; Leadership; Advice to Early Career Academics; Conclusion; References. |
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6: Academic Careers and Promotions in Finland and Austria: System and Institutional PerspectivesPromotions and Academic Careers; Alternative Promotion Paths: Open Vacancy and Tenure Track Models; Academic Career and Promotion Models in Finland and Austria; Academic Careers and Promotions in Finland; Academic Careers and Promotions in Austria; The Strengths and Weaknesses of Career Models in the Context of Promotions; Advice for Early Career Scholars; References; 7: The Academic Market in Latin America: Challenges and Opportunities for Early Career Scholars; Introduction. |
| Reproduction |
Electronic reproduction. Ipswich, MA Available via World Wide Web. |
| Notes |
Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on February 04, 2019). |
| Other author |
Mahat, Marian, editor.
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Tatebe, Jennifer, editor.
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EBSCOhost.
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| Subject |
College teachers -- Promotions.
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College teachers -- Vocational guidance.
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| Local series |
EBSCO ebooks
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| ISBN |
9781787568990 (electronic bk.) |
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1787568997 (electronic bk.) |
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1787569020 |
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9781787569027 |
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