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Zhang, Lili – Frontiers of Education in China, 2010
This study intends to gain an understanding of the sources of stress among women academics in research universities of China. Studies have shown that, compared with their male counterparts, women report higher level of stress in work/family conflicts, gender barriers and career development. Based on the results of this study, the following…
Descriptors: Productivity, Research Universities, Stereotypes, Females
Cheung, Fanny M.; Halpern, Diane F. – American Psychologist, 2010
How do women rise to the top of their professions when they also have significant family care responsibilities? This critical question has not been addressed by existing models of leadership. In a review of recent research, we explore an alternative model to the usual notion of a Western male as the prototypical leader. The model includes (a)…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Leadership, Models, Females
Lianzhen, He; Luxia, Qi – Language Assessment Quarterly, 2010
This article presents an interview with Professor Gui Shichun, a well-known figure in the academic field in China. Professor Shichun is credited with being the first scholar who introduced applied linguistics studies into China. He has established several other records of "the first in China," hence has long been called "the brave…
Descriptors: Conferences (Gatherings), Applied Linguistics, Testing, Language Tests
Tang, Mei – Journal of Career Assessment, 2009
This study investigates the applicability of Holland's career development theory in cross-cultural settings by examining vocational interests of Chinese college students and the relationship between those interests and their career choices. One hundred sixty five Chinese college students complete a Chinese version of the Self-Directed Search and a…
Descriptors: College Students, Career Choice, Vocational Interests, Multidimensional Scaling
Georgiadou, Elli; Abu-Hassan, Norihan; Siakas, Kerstin Viola; Wang, Xueming; Ross, Margaret; Anandan, Prem Anand – Multicultural Education & Technology Journal, 2009
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to consider the under-representation of women in computing, information technology (IT) and information systems in most Western countries. This under-representation can only be detrimental to society. Design/methodology/approach: The authors discuss recently published studies on the under-representation of…
Descriptors: Females, Career Choice, Case Studies, Cross Cultural Studies
Zhiwen, Guo; van der Heijden, Beatrice I. J. M. – Education & Training, 2008
Purpose: The purpose of this article is to provide an assessment of business educational reform requirements in China, in the light of current employability needs. Design/methodology/approach: After introducing the problem the paper discusses labour market demands for business graduates. The paper continues with a thorough conceptualisation of the…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Employment Potential, Integrated Activities, Schools
Liu, Jack Jinghui – Journal of Studies in International Education, 2010
This article describes a model that integrates an at-home preparation intensive summer program with a short-term, study abroad summer program to increase students' Chinese-language proficiency, cultural awareness, and personal career development. The results indicate that the at-home preparation program can build students' self-esteem and…
Descriptors: Summer Programs, Cultural Awareness, Program Descriptions, Second Language Instruction
Shanghai Pupils' Motivation towards Learning English and the Perceived Influence of Important Others
Kyriacou, Chris; Zhu, Die – Educational Studies, 2008
This paper explores the perceptions of senior high school pupils in Shanghai regarding their motivation towards learning English and their perceived influence on this of important others (parents, teachers and peers). The study is based on 610 questionnaire responses and 64 interviews. The findings indicate that their English learning motivation…
Descriptors: Learning Motivation, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, High School Students
Granrose, Cherlyn Skromme – Career Development International, 2007
Purpose: This paper seeks to review gender differences in career goals and career tactics of men and women in the People's Republic of China (PRC). Design/methodology/approach: Survey results were used to identify empirical differences in career beliefs of 233 managers employed in 16 organizations in the PRC. Findings: Women and men were equally…
Descriptors: Females, Foreign Countries, Gender Discrimination, Gender Differences
Sato, Deirdre Colby – ProQuest LLC, 2009
The purpose of this study was to determine whether and how short-term study abroad programs transform college students' perspectives. The study examined attitudes about host country and international outlook, as well as intellectual, social and personal understandings. Short-term programs were defined as programs of less than a semester or a…
Descriptors: Study Abroad, Summer Programs, Foreign Countries, College Students
Pracana, Clara, Ed.; Wang, Michael, Ed. – Online Submission, 2017
We are delighted to welcome you to the International Psychological Applications Conference and Trends (InPACT) 2017, taking place in Budapest, Hungary, from 29 of April to 1 of May, 2017. Modern psychology offers a large range of scientific fields where it can be applied. The goal of understanding individuals and groups (mental functions and…
Descriptors: Educational Psychology, Anxiety, Cognitive Restructuring, Outcomes of Treatment
Pekerti, Andre A. – Career Development Quarterly, 2008
This theoretical article presents an interdisciplinary approach to extend the scope of current career theories and their application to the overseas Chinese (OC) in Indonesia. Using an ecological model to analyze culture and an emic perspective, the article discusses several factors that affect careers of OC Indonesians. Factors such as culture,…
Descriptors: Careers, Interdisciplinary Approach, Foreign Countries, Career Counseling
Schippers, Margriet – Online Submission, 2008
As yet little research into the perspectives of Chinese students studying in mainland China's Higher Education Institutions has been undertaken. This paper explores the issue of students' support needs and presents the findings of a study carried out in 2005-2007 at a public university in North East China. The Action Research method used…
Descriptors: Career Development, Educational Quality, Student Attitudes, Action Research
Liu, Fengshu – Journal of Youth Studies, 2008
This paper explores the identity construction of a number of young-adult only-children who were winners in the fierce competition for a seat at university. The purpose is to gain an understanding of the choices and decisions these young people viewed as significant and how, in negotiating these choices and striving for their life goals, a…
Descriptors: Young Adults, Foreign Countries, Cultural Context, Family Structure
Goodman, Jane; Hansen, Sunny – Career Development Quarterly, 2005
The authors summarize the presentations and discussions contributed to the symposium "International Perspectives on Career Development" by members of Group 5, who considered the topic of the structure and organization of career development programs in different nations. A capsule picture of the national setting, primary goals,…
Descriptors: Career Development, Cross Cultural Studies, Program Implementation, National Programs