Empirical Research
The Role of Higher Education in America: A Spa or a Smörgåsbord?
Reviewed By Amany Saleh, Ph.D. : Marcia Lamkin, Ed. D. : David Cox, Ed. D.
Volume 4 - Issue 3
Feb 12, 2007 - 3:02:21 PM

Over the past 50 years, universities have become valued service organizations.  These authors highlight changes in many aspects of such service.  They contend that services provided by universities should parallel more closely services offered by elite spas, designed to provide expert discipline and training, than services offered by open buffets.

Empirical Research
Students’ Reflective Journals, National Standards for School Leaders and University Preparation Programs
Reviewed By Amany Saleh, Ph. D. : Jackie McBride, Ed. D.
Volume 3 - Issue 3
Feb 13, 2007 - 4:29:39 PM

Abstract

The authors provided significant insights into an educational leadership preparation program. Students’ reflective writings were analyzed to determine how well the program prepared students for their role as future school leaders by examining how closely their experiences as described in their reflective journals aligned with the ELCC standards. Results should help colleges of education better serve their interns and improve school practices in an era of standards.