systematic research on english language teachers' perceptions of research has not yet shown whether or not ‘teacher research’ is acceptably understood and carried out in institutions of higher education worldwide. moreover, understanding cross-cultural (mis)conceptions of and barriers to research is an important initial step in promoting teacher research engagement. this article explores percep...

1Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Gürtel 18-20, 1090 Vienna, Austria 2Department of Physiology, University of Munich, Pettenkoferstraße 12, 80336 Munich, Germany 3Medical Clinic and Policlinic IV, University of Munich, Ziemssenstrasse 1, 80336 Munich, Germany 4 Institute of Translation, Innovation, Methodology & Engagement (TIME), Cardif...

Few studies have looked at the relationship of job characteristics and worker well-being among Norwegian academics. The main purpose this study was to examine between demands, resources, burnout, engagement university staff. In total, 236 staff from one in Norway answered questionnaire. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses identified demands as most important predictors for burnout. Autono...

The article highlights that the concept of social responsibility does not only offer possibilities for brand building, but is also obligation universities empowerment their various external communities. After an overview current terminology corporate- and university community engagement, it presents forms practice differentiating between USR engagement activities using example Eastern-European ...