International Librarian Resources: February 2008

Thursday, February 7, 2008

Web sources for Curriculum Guides and Lesson Plans

This guide, put together by the Education and Social Science Library, is an excellent starting point for information on finding lesson plans in print and online. Web Sources for Curriculum Guides and Lesson Plans.

Resources for Educators in Illinois

http://www.library.uiuc.edu/edx/teachers/index.htm
Resources for Educators in Illinois

Distance Education

http://www.library.uiuc.edu/edx/distanceed.htm

Distance Education:A Guide to Library Research for Distance Learners in Education
This site has been created to assist you in exploring library resources related to your distance learning experience. Our library is one of the largest in the United States and it can be a bit overwhelming at first. We will try to make things a little easier for you, but don't hesitate to ask questions.

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Australian Journal of Education

The Australian Journal of Education was established in 1957 under the editorship of Professor Bill Connell. Drawing upon research conducted in Australia and internationally, the AJE aims to inform educational researchers as well as educators, administrators and policymakers about issues of contemporary concern in education. The AJE seeks to publish research studies that contribute to educational knowledge and research methodologies, and that review findings of research studies. Its scope embraces all fields of education and training. In addition to publishing research studies about education it also publishes articles that address education in relation to other fields. Articles submitted are subject to full peer review by a panel of experts including members of the Editorial Board of the AJE.
http://www.acer.edu.au/aje/

Journal for Critical Education Policy Studies

http://www.jceps.com/
http://www.jceps.com/
The Journal for Critical Education Policy Studies is published by IEPS, the Institute for Education Policy Studies, an independent Radical Left/ Socialist/ Marxist institute for developing analysis of education policy. It is at www.ieps.org.uk The Journal JCEPS seeks to develop Marxist analysis of policy, theory, ideology and policy development.

Directory of Open Access journals

http://www.doaj.org/doaj?func=subject&cpid=127

Asia Pacific Journal of Education

http://www.informaworld.com/smpp/title~content=t713724324

Journal of Higher Education in Africa

http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/avp/soe/cihe/africaHEjournal/journal_home.htm

The Journal of Higher Education in Africa was launched in 2003 in recognition of the critical importance of higher education research and policy dialog in Africa. Conceived by Damtew Teferra, its founding editor-in-chief, the Center for International Higher Education spearheaded its publication for three years, through a grant from the Partnership for Higher Education in Africa. Currently, the Journal has no association with the Center for International Higher Education.

Scientific Studies of Reading

Scientific Studies of Reading
This journal publishes original empirical investigations dealing with all aspects of reading and its related areas, and, occasionally, scholarly reviews of the literature, papers focused on theory development, and discussions of social policy issues. Papers range from very basic studies to those whose main thrust is toward educational practice.

Research Papers in Education

Research Papers in Education has developed a reputation for publishing significant educational research findings of recent years. Up-to-date and authoritative, the journal has given researchers the opportunity to present full accounts of their work; its rationale, findings and conclusions. Its format now includes shorter papers and review articles. Research Papers in Education is not only a vital source of pertinent information for educational researchers, but also required reading for educational policy-makers and planners.
http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/journal.asp?issn=0267-1522&subcategory=ED200000

Journal of Curriculum Studies

Journal of Curriculum Studies publishes original refereed contributions on all aspects of curriculum studies (including those derived from historical, philosophical, comparative and policy-related investigations), pedagogic theory, teacher education and development, assessment and evaluation, and the present state of schooling. In keeping with its international character, Journal of Curriculum Studies especially welcomes articles which extend the perspectives of curriculum beyond national boundaries.
http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/journal.asp?issn=0022-0272&subcategory=ED200000

Critical Studies in Education

Critical Studies in Education is international in outlook and readership and critical in orientation, without being tied to one particular perspective. The journal seeks manuscripts that provide critique of contemporary arrangements in education contexts, particularly from the standpoint of the marginalized, as well as manuscripts that offer alternatives to these arrangements. The journal publishes original and challenging articles from throughout the world that make a contribution to theory and empirical research and which are aimed at moving debates forward.

Cambridge Journal of Education

http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/journal.asp?issn=0305-764X&subcategory=ED200000

Cambridge Journal of Education, an international English language journal, publishes original refereed articles on all aspects of education with a particular emphasis on work that contributes to shared understanding among academic researchers, theorists, practising teachers, policy-makers and educational administrators. Its readers include members of each of these groups - evidence of its success in bringing together those who determine the content, organisation, and practice of education.