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2. Working and Learning: A Diversity of Patterns. OECD Social, Employment and Migration Working Papers, No. 169
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Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) (France) and Quintini, Glenda
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The combination of work and study has been hailed as crucial to ensure that youth develop the skills required on the labour market so that transitions from school to work are shorter and smoother. This paper fills an important gap in availability of internationally-comparable data. Using the 2012 Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC), it draws a comprehensive picture of work and study in 23 countries/regions. Crucially, it decomposes the total share of working students by the context in which they work (VET [vocational education and training], apprenticeships or private arrangements) and assesses the link between field of study and students' work. The paper also assesses how the skills of students are used in the workplace compared to other workers and identifies the socio-demographic factors and the labour market institutions that increase the likelihood of work and study. Finally, while it is not possible to examine the relationship between work and study and future labour market outcomes at the individual level, some aggregate correlations are unveiled.
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- 2015
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3. Guidelines for Quality Provision in Cross-Border Higher Education: Where Do We Strand? OECD Education Working Papers, No. 70
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Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, Vincent-Lancrin, Stephan, and Pfotenhauer, Sebastian
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The "Guidelines for Quality Provision in Cross-Border Higher Education" were developed and adopted to support and encourage international cooperation and enhance the understanding of the importance of quality provision in cross-border higher education. The purposes of the "Guidelines" are to protect students and other stakeholders from low-quality provision and disreputable providers (that is, degree and accreditation mills) as well as to encourage the development of quality cross-border higher education that meets human, social, economic and cultural needs. The "Guidelines" are not legally binding and member countries are expected to implement them as appropriate in their national context. Based on a survey about the main recommendations of the "Guidelines", this report monitors the extent to which Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries and a few non-member countries comply with its recommendations. The Survey was sent out in June 2010 to all OECD countries. The main conclusion of the survey is that (responding) countries report a high level of compliance with the Guidelines recommendations. On average, responding OECD countries conform to 72% of the main recommendations made to governments, tertiary education institutions, and quality assurance and accreditation agencies. The level of compliance decreases to 67% when recommendations to student bodies are included, but the level of missing information, and thus uncertainty about actual compliance, increases significantly. Appended are: (1) Country Overview of Compliance Levels with the Guidelines for Different Stakeholders; (2) Country Overview of Compliance Levels with Six Key Objectives of the Guidelines; (3) Methodology; (4) Country Answers to the Survey; (5) Overview of National Contact Points; and (6) Guidelines for Quality Provision in Cross-Border Higher Education. (Contains 2 tables, 12 figures and 1 footnote.)
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- 2012
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4. Studying in the Spanish University: A Guide for U.S. Advisors and Students. Working Paper #17.
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National Association for Foreign Student Affairs, Washington, DC. Field Service Program. and Parmantie, Miguel A.
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This guide, primarily intended for U.S. university students who, with the aid of a study abroad adviser, wish to enroll into a Spanish university as part of a U.S. undergraduate degree program, provides information on various aspects of the system of higher education in Spain. Topics covered include: selection of the Spanish university; life and language on the Spanish campus; and course selection, studies, and examinations. Major differences identified include: university education in Spain is generally rigid in structure; campus overcrowding is a problem; the lecture method predominates; and urban housing is both scarce and expensive. (LPT)
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- 1990
5. Vermicomposting for the paper pulp industry.
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Elvira, C., Dominguez, J., and al, et
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PAPER recycling , *COMPOSTING - Abstract
Reports on a research project about the use of vermicomposting to transform and reuse paper sludges in Spain. Vermicomposting potential; Aerobic and mesophilic hydrolysis; Biooxidation processes of sludges from a microbiological and enzymatic point of view.
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- 1995
6. Communicative Task-Based Learning: What Does It Resolve?
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Bruton, Anthony
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A discussion of communicative task-based second language learning looks at what differentiates a number of related classroom approaches: (1) two orientations, one focusing on learning-to-communicate and the other on communicating-to-learn; (2) emphasis on input, reception, and analysis in contrast to emphasis on communicative tasks; (3) specification of language content and related tasks; and (4) classroom procedures. The focus is on the teaching of English as a second language. Contains 15 references. (MSE)
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- 1999
7. De Par en Par (Wide Open), 1994.
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Embassy of Spain, Washington, DC. Education Office.
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This document consists of three issues (1994) of a Spanish language periodical directed at elementary and middle school-aged children. Contained in these periodicals are a variety of activities designed to encourage the reader to learn and practice the Spanish language. Each issue focuses on a particular topic, e.g., "The Spring,""Inventions and Discoveries," and "My District." Issue 5 features four activities centered around clouds: (1) "Many Types of Clouds; (2) "Identification of Clouds"; (3) "Clear Days, Clear Nights"; and (4) "Clouds in Three Dimensions." Some of the topics in Issue 6 are: (1) "I Learn about Paper"; (2) "I Find Information"; and (3) "I Work with Paper." Issue 7 is divided into the following sections: (1) information concerning a district in Los Angeles, California; (2) preparation of dossiers of information on one's own district; and (3) details of the information dossiers on one's own neighborhood. Each one of these sections contains pictures, questions to be answered, and activities to be performed by the young readers to sharpen their skills in Spanish. Activities include things to do, games to play, reading, information to learn, subjects to investigate, and drawing. (CK)
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- 1994
8. READY FOR A TEST DRIVE.
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Campbell, Meg
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EXHIBITIONS , *NEWSPAPER publishing - Abstract
Reports the multiple-media functionalities at the IfraExpo in Barcelona, Spain. Creation of solutions for content management in media-neutral formats; Approach of publishing companies on the messaging and electronic paper; Introduction of Seinet on the Xtent version 2.0 cross-media systems.
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- 2002
9. TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database
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International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement and Brese, Falk
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The Teacher Education Study in Mathematics or TEDS-M is a study conducted under the aegis of the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). The lead research center for the study is the International Study Center at Michigan State University (ISC/MSU). The ISC/MSU worked from 2006 to 2011 with the International Study Center at the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) and the National Research Coordinators (NRCs) in 17 countries to produce this study. TEDS-M received funding from IEA, the United States of America National Science Foundation, and the collaborating countries. TEDS-M focused on how teachers are prepared to teach mathematics in primary and lower-secondary school, and studied the variation in the nature and impact of teacher education programs within and across countries. TEDS-M is the first cross-national study to provide data on the knowledge that future primary and lower-secondary school teachers have acquired in their mathematics teacher education. The key research questions for the study focused on the relationships between teacher education policies, institutional practices, and future teacher mathematics and pedagogy knowledge. Individual chapters contain figure, tables, footnotes and references. [For related reports, see "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 1: International Version of the TEDS-M Questionnaires" (ED542382), "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 2: National Adaptations of the TEDS-M Questionnaires" (ED542381), "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 3: Variables Derived from the Educator and Future Teacher Data" (ED542385), and "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 4: TEDS-M Released Mathematics and Mathematics Pedagogy Knowledge Assessment Items" (ED542384).] [This paper was edited with Maria Teresa Tatto. Contributors include Alena Becker, Ralph Carstens, Jean Dumais, Sabine Meinck, Plamen Mirazchiyski.]
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- 2012
10. TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 2: National Adaptations of the TEDS-M Questionnaires
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International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement and Brese, Falk
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This supplement contains all adaptations made by countries to the international version of the TEDS-M questionnaires under careful supervision of and approval by the TEDS-M International Study Center at Michigan State University. This information provides users of the TEDS-M International Database with a guide to evaluate the availability of internationally comparable data for use in secondary analyses. The adaptations to questionnaires are presented in four sections: Section 1: Institutional Program Questionnaire; Section 2: Educator Questionnaire; Section 3: Future Teacher Questionnaire (Parts A, B, and D); and Section 4: Adaptations to questions about education levels (ISCED classification). Each section contains adaptations specific to individual education systems followed by general or common cultural adaptations and variables. The listed adaptations include questions that countries were required to adapt, questions that were not administered, and questions that countries modified to suit their national context. [For the main report, "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database," see ED542383. For related reports, see "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 1: International Version of the TEDS-M Questionnaires" (ED542382), "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 3: Variables Derived from the Educator and Future Teacher Data" (ED542385), and "TEDS-M 2008 User Guide for the International Database. Supplement 4: TEDS-M Released Mathematics and Mathematics Pedagogy Knowledge Assessment Items" (ED542384).] [This paper was edited with Maria Teresa Tatto.]
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- 2012
11. Software Tools: EPICUR.
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Abreu, Jose Luis
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EPICUR (Integrated Programing Environment for the Development of Educational Software) is a set of programming modules ranging from low level interfaces to high level algorithms aimed at the development of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) applications. The emphasis is on user-friendly interfaces and on multiplying productivity without loss of quality. EPICUR has been designed and developed using modern techniques of software engineering. Version 2.0 of EPICUR is being implemented in JP1 TopSpeed Modula-2 and in Turbo Pascal 5.0, under the MS-DOS operating system. It is noted that many of EPICUR's tools are general enough to be used by a wide range of programmers. This paper describes the features of EPICUR and provides two examples to illustrate the procedures for producing basic graphics and text. The paper concludes with a description of ELECTRA, an application of EPICUR in which the basic idea is to establish relations between objects. (Author/GL)
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- 1988
12. BUSMAN'S HOLIDAY.
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Ryan, Raymund
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ARCHITECTURAL design , *BUS terminal design & construction - Abstract
The article describes the architectural design of the bus station in Huelva, Spain. The project was designed by architectural firm Cruz and Ortiz. The paper provides relevant photographs, architectural drawings, floor plans and architectural renderings. It also describes the materials used in the project.
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- 1995
13. SPANISH STEPS.
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Rattray, Charles and Hutton, Greme
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ARCHITECTURAL design , *RAILROAD station design & construction - Abstract
The article describes the architectural design of the railroad station in Barcelona, Spain. The project was designed by architects Jaume Bach and Gabriel Mora. The paper provides relevant photographs, architectural drawings, floor plans and architectural renderings. It also describes the materials used in the project.
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- 1995
14. SECONDARY SCHOOL NEAR BARCELONA, SPAIN.
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SCHOOL building design & construction , *ARCHITECTURAL design - Abstract
The article describes the architectural design of the secondary school near Barcelona, Spain. The project was designed by architectural firm Miralles and Pinos. The paper provides relevant photographs, architectural drawings, floor plans and architectural renderings. It also describes the different types of materials used in the project.
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- 1988
15. Natural-Look Spanish Tile a Hit at Cevisima.
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Weathersby, Jr., William
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STEEL industry , *CERAMIC industries , *CONSTRUCTION materials , *ARCHITECTS - Abstract
The look of natural stone, weathered oxidized steel, and even simulated wood grain were big trends among the Spanish ceramic tile showcased at the annual Cevisima trade forum in Valencia, Spain. More than 1,500 exhibitors attracted over 86,000 visitors from 140 countries to view a wide array of tile for commercial and residential use. Uchi from Saloni is inspired by the texture of Japanese rice paper. This ceramic tile series encompasses coordinating wall and floor tiles. The wall tile is produced in a 12" x 24" format, while the floor tile comes in 12" squares. Uchi offers light tones of ivory, cream, and gray. The series is complemented by a woven-rattan relief tile named Tatami, offered in 12" x 12" and 3" x 12" formats. Saloni, San Juan de Moro, Spain. www.saloni.com CIRCLE 206
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- 2004
16. Two into one.
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McGuire, Penny
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DWELLING design & construction , *INTERIOR decoration , *ARCHITECTURAL design - Abstract
The article describes the architectural design and interior design of the house in Barcelona, Spain designed by architect Tonet Sunyer for himself and his family. The paper provides relevant photographs, architectural drawings, floor plans and architectural renderings. It also describes the materials used in the project.
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- 1995
17. How Has the Global Economic Crisis Affected People with Different Levels of Education? Education Indicators in Focus. No. 1
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Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
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This paper reports that between 2008 and 2009, unemployment rates across OECD countries increased among people at all educational levels, but rose to especially troubling heights among people without an upper secondary education. In 2009, the average employment rate across OECD countries was much higher for individuals with a tertiary (i.e. higher) education--indicating a better match between the skills these people have and the skills the labour market required. Between 2008 and 2009, the earnings advantage for people with a tertiary education remained strong in OECD countries. In some countries, earnings inequality between people with a tertiary education and those without an upper secondary education widened even further.
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- 2012
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18. Mark Wigley calls for more radical thinking at education summit.
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Gregory, Rob
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ARCHITECTURAL education conferences , *ARCHITECTURE students , *TRAINING of architects - Abstract
Information about several papers discussed at the 2011 International Architectural Education Summit at IE University in Segovia, Spain is presented. Topics addressed at the conference include the role of architecture schools in training students and empowering artists. Statements by several architecture education experts are presented including Martha Thorne, Odile Decq, and Mark Wigley.
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- 2011
19. IBA Conference: in the internet age face-to-face meetings still reign supreme.
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Phillips, Tom
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CONFERENCES & conventions , *LAWYERS , *BUSINESS networks - Abstract
Information about several papers discussed at a conference sponsored by the International Bar Association (IBA) held in Madrid, on October 4 & 9, 2009 is presented. Topics include networking opportunities for lawyers. The conference featured several IBA delegates including Guy Pendell, Andreas von Falck, and Michael Hales.
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- 2009
20. Que Viva el Libro.
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Nelson, Sara
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PUBLISHING , *BOOK industry , *BOOK reviewing , *CRITICISM - Abstract
The article discusses the lessons that the author has learned from attending a seminar on the future of publishing in Barcelona, Spain. European critics and periodicals suffer some of the same pressures that U.S. critics do when it comes to covering books: most papers have cut back on pages allotted to publishing. And, pressure from conglomerates to write fonder reviews of books that come from a synergistic enterprise seems an even bigger problem in Europe than in the U.S.
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- 2005
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