نشریه نامه آموزش عالی
پیاپی 28 (زمستان 1933)

as one of the highest academic degrees, Ph.D. is considered as a unique educational, research and administrative qualification. In spite of quantitative development, an investigation about the quality of courses and provision of some information on the current situation can help improve the education. This paper explores the issues and problems of doctoral students of educational sciences by using qualitative data achieved by semi-structured interviews with 16 doctoral students. Data analysis, which was carried out by using Strauss & Corbin analytical method, reveals that doctoral students of educational sciences are facing a variety of problems concerning the courses, departments and university conditions. Apart from these, they have some economic and personal limitations which finally results in insufficient involvement in the course.

Abstract: Pedagogical models that have stressed on metacognitive strategies have shown meaningful influxes in increasing problem solving, and self-regulatory processes. This study examined the impact of Teaching Methods (problem solving, group discussions question and cross training) on meta cognitive skills. This study was applied one and the research method was descriptive –survey. Statistical population included all supplementary students at Isfahan University which is the number of 4167 persons by Using Cochran formula, 305 subjects. To collect data a researcher-made questionnaire was used which its content validity was confirmed by experts, and its reliability was estimated 0. 94 using Coronbach`s Alpha method. Findings showed that the amount of effect of method teaching (problem solving, group discussions question and cross training) on maturating meta cognition skills from the perspective of supplementary students resulting that larger than average assumption. Education of meta cognitive skills requires the educators to be committed to continuous learning and self-reflection. In fact, in order to guide meta cognitive skills students should be taught the suitable strategies. In this study, authors discussed a series of Teaching Methods as problem solving, group discussions question and cross training which could be matured meta cognitive skills.

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to examine the perceptions of faculty members of Tabriz University regarding organizational citizenship behaviors. To this end, 227 faculty members of mentioned university were chosen by proportional stratified random sampling method. In terms of data collection, this study is classified in the category of descriptive researches and required data were gathered via “Podsakoff’s organizational citizenship behaviors scale”. The scale was submitted to experts in the field to elicit their views and criticisms. They were asked to assess this scale in terms of the Iranian higher education system, its culture and values. In light of their views and suggestions, the scale was amended. The Cronbach alpha value of scale was 0.777. Results of data analysis, by taking advantage of descriptive and inferential statistics, showed that faculty members’ perceptions regarding organizational citizenship behaviors is in a desirable condition. Also, there is no significant difference between citizenship behavior of faculty members according to gender, academic rank and discipline.

Today, social and community values and expectations towards universities have undergone considerable changes, putting them under pressure to change their current status. Good governance of universities together with unity and integrity of university governance types may lead to academic success strategies. This success requires careful assessment and ongoing monitoring and evaluation; university portals and websites evaluation is among the best methods of good evaluation since it is based on information and communication technology and does not require physical presence. This paper, with an analytical approach, reviews the relevant literature of good university governance and then describes the conventional theoretical models in this regard. In addition, a model of good governance is proposed which is based on knowledge management and evaluation of web sites and portals at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad.

Abstract: The role of the factors of High education covert curriculum in socio-cultural reproduction has been explained in the present article. An Analytical–descriptive method has been used here and the conclusion is based on the conceptual analysis and the reconceptualization of the prior studies has been used. The findings showed that there is a very close link between the theory of socio cultural reproduction and the concept of social and cultural capital. Then, the factors of high education covert curriculum are (master, student, curriculum, teaching method, evaluation, rules and provisions and physical environment of the universities) followed by the reproduction of upper and lower social classes in the frameworks of being advantaged and disadvantaged negatively and positively from the educational opportunities and facilities of the universities. Objective crystallization of this happening which is under the effect of the factors of high education covert curriculum is significant in some of the research documents as well as the issues of educational opportunities in the high education system.

Blended learning has been developed in university teaching out of the need to better describe and understand it between critics and advocates of technology in education. In second language learning “computer- assisted language learning“has alwaybeen concerned. In the field of instructional technology the trajectory of computer usage in language classroom has moved form a primary focus to everyday practices. Current definitions of the CALL now stress full integration of technology. The aim of this article is to introduce the concept of blended approaches to second language learning. To achieve this aim, we first provide an overview of blended learning, look briefly at the use of technology in language education and related researchesand end with four considerations that shape an understanding of the successful integration of technology in language learning.

The main purpose of this study is comparing information literacy competencies of attendance students with virtual students. The research method is descriptive – survey one. The statistical population was all virtual and attendance students of Tehran university. 327 attendance and 205 virtual students were selected by using the random categorization method based on kerjecie and morgan table.in order to collect data a researcher-made questionnaire was used. The Validity of this tool was confirmed from five expertise point view and its reliability estimated /89. Findings showed that the information literacy competencies of attendance and virtual students were appropriate. There was no difference between attendance and virtual students in information literacy competencies and their abilities are the same at 1) Determining the extent of information need. 2) Using information effectively to achieve a purpose 3) understanding legal and ethical aspects of information using 4) critical evaluating of information sources.