Some journal articles never get sent out for review. They are rejected at the outset by the Editor. Why is this? Well, there’s a short and a somewhat longer and a very extensive answer to this question. The short answer is that the paper “doesnt fit the journal”. But this post give the somewhat longer […] … learn more→
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Libraries around the world are helping safeguard Ukrainian books and culture
My mother was born in Sambir, Ukraine, and my father in Przemyśl, Poland. They both spent their childhoods as refugees. They lived among displaced Ukrainians who fled to Austria and Germany as the Red Army advanced in July 1944. My grandparents’ decision to abandon their homes and leave everything behind saved my parents from the tyranny of […] … learn more→
To counter infox and propaganda, fact-checking is not enough
The encounter with individuals holding conspiratorial speeches or relaying “foxys” is always surprising. Just as the Parisians of Montesquieu , meeting for the first time people from elsewhere, exclaimed “How can one be Persian? », the temptation is great to react with amazement and to ask « How is this possible? » When it comes to people who are relatively […] … learn more→
Maroussia, a 19th century tale of Ukrainian independence
“I am going to tell you what happened a long time ago in Ukraine, in an unknown but cool and charming corner of this country. » Thus opens the first episode of Maroussia by P.-J. many times, has enjoyed lasting success in France and today takes on particular importance. Stahl adopts the form of the tale, which refers the story to a distant […] … learn more→
Decolonization of science: the importance of liberating science from dependence on the Western world
In the global academic community, there is a view that Indonesian scientists absorb scientific developments like following a mere trend. This is seen in the social sciences and humanities. The development of theory in a global scope is often used as a reference for Indonesian academics in teaching, research, and even as a topic of conversation […] … learn more→
Behind the autonomy of universities, social issues?
Beyond the single question of registration fees in universities put back on the table, it seems, in spite of himself, by the candidate Emmanuel Macron , the question of the autonomy of universities constitutes one of the differences in higher education between the programs of presidential candidates. Where candidates like Jean-Luc Mélenchon come out in favor of the repeal […] … learn more→
Shame and secrecy shroud culture of sexual assault in boys’ high school sports
A coat hanger. A broomstick. A pool cue. All these objects were used in a series of sexual assaults in recent years in which the perpetrators allegedly targeted high school boys who play sports. The perpetrators always had easy access to their alleged victims. That’s because they were teammates. In the world of education, sexual […] … learn more→
Nursing RN to BSN online: Invest in your future
There’s no question that a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN) can open up exciting career opportunities for nurses. But did you know that pursuing your BSN online can also provide many benefits? Here are just a few reasons earning your BSN online is a wise investment: Increased Earning Potential Nurses with a BSN earn […] … learn more→
How to stop your ideas from being ‘stolen’
Academics are always worried about having their ideas ‘stolen’. This deep cultural anxiety affects PhD students more than almost any other member of the community. There’s a good reason why PhD students should be anxious about protecting their ideas – examination. A PhD is meant to be a signal that you’re fit to be a […] … learn more→
The benefits of getting your FNP online
Do you want to do more for your patients? If so, you might be thinking about becoming a nurse practitioner. There are a lot of people who are looking to become nurses. This is a field that is in very high demand, so nurses have plenty of opportunities to find amazing jobs. At the same […] … learn more→