Description
Transition and change are part of everyone’s life. In the context of higher education, there are multiple points where students will undergo transition. This includes the move from secondary and further education or elsewhere into higher education, where students move from school or college to university. As students near the completion of their studies, they must make decisions about career or further study options, which again necessitates transition. In addition, different cohorts of students such as those from a low socio-economic background, international students, and students facing additional barriers due to gender, ethnicity, or disability will face further transitions. Many students look forward to moving on and progressing with their studies and careers; however, transitions can be challenging, and enhanced support can ensure continued success for all.
Perspectives on Enhancing Student Transition Into Higher Education and Beyond supports the various transitions that students entering higher education face throughout the entire learner journey. This book brings together best practice examples of how institutions have enhanced the support offered to address the transition challenges that students face throughout the learner journey before, through, and beyond the university environment. Covering topics such as collaborative teamwork, postgraduate education, and student engagement, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for faculty, administrators, professors, educational leaders, academic advisors, researchers, academicians, and more.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Debra Willison (Ed.)
Debra Willison
joined the university as a Trainee Laboratory Technician aged just 17 and has now been with the University of Strathclyde for 44 years. Her career progression has seen Debra employed in various roles, and she is now Deputy Associate Principal (Online Learning and Teaching) and Vice Dean Academic for the Faculty of Science.
Emma Henderson (Ed.)
Emma Henderson
is a Senior Teaching Fellow in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at the University of Strathclyde. She obtained her PhD in the field of medical device design in 2008, and is now Director of Education in MAE. She holds membership of various faculty committee and an elected member of University senate. Dr Henderson's pedagogical research interests include the development of novel pedological processes to enhance student experience, with particular focus on transitions through higher education and specifically interventions that can be expanded to support large cohorts. She is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.