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Academic Ableism in Higher Education [PDF]
In this piece, we argue that universities and by extension all educational establishments need to address inequitable systems and pedagogic practices to ensure they promote inclusive opportunities, where achievement and success are available to all ...
Macklin, John, Lynch, Shrehan
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Ableism in Academic Discourse: A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Trends and Gaps.
International Journal For Multidisciplinary ResearchAbleism, a type of prejudice against people with disabilities, is firmly embedded in cultural norms and practices, resulting in social oppression and discrimination in a variety of social settings. It manifests itself in the devaluing of disability and an unjust prioritization of able-bodied experiences as the only legitimate standard. The area remains
Junaid P, Chidambaram A
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How phagocytic cells kill bacteria: Lessons from a professional killer
FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.How phagocytic cells ingest and kill bacteria has been studied for more than a century, but many questions remain unanswered. The study of the amoeba Dictyostelium discoideum brings new answers, and new questions. Professional phagocytic cells such as neutrophils and macrophages, as well as free‐living soil amoebae like Dictyostelium discoideum, employ
Otmane Lamrabet, Pierre Cosson
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Journal of Curriculum Theorizing, 2019 In their consideration the quintessential questions of “What knowledge is of most worth? Who decides? Who benefits?” Nusbaum and Steinborn have arrived at a concept that they name ontological erasure.
Emily A. Nusbaum, Maya L. Steinborn
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Pathways and pitfalls: a qualitative study of student experiences in biomedical science education
FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.Biomedical science students from underrepresented backgrounds face barriers including financial strain, disrupted laboratory access and cultural exclusion. Peer networks provide vital support when institutional systems are difficult to navigate. To create inclusive learning environments and achieve academic success, educators should blend active, hands‐
Olivia J. Russell +8 more
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ReligionsThis paper critically explores the intersection of neurodivergence, disability, decoloniality, and lived religion through the praxis of organizing a day conference: BSA SocRel Chair’s Response Day on Religion, Neurodiversity, and Disability.
Krysia Emily Waldock, Renasha Khan
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Aging and Cancer, EarlyView.This systematic review synthesizes prognostic models for survival and recurrence in resected non‐small cell lung cancer. While many models demonstrate moderate to good discrimination, few are externally validated and reporting quality is variable, limiting clinical applicability and highlighting the need for robust, transparent model development ...
Evangeline Samuel +4 more
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Intelligent Tutoring Systems for Adult Learning in STEM Disciplines
New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Intelligent tutoring systems (ITS) are reshaping adult learning in STEM by providing adaptive, data‐driven instruction across classrooms, workplaces, and informal environments. In the context of ITS, this article compares generative AI, which creates personalized explanations and practice materials, with explainable AI, which focuses on ...
Jill Zarestky, Amanda R. Lager Gleason
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New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Mental well‐being is central to adult learner success, yet many adult education institutions lack capacity to provide timely and accessible support. This article examines how artificial intelligence (AI) can strengthen mental health–adjacent supports in adult and continuing higher education, with attention to professional practice and ...
Adam L. McClain, Thomas Wade
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Cultural Ableism in Poland during the Iron Curtain Period: Learned Helplessness and the Need for Reeducation [PDF]
, 2019 The following article is written from the perspective of disability studies (Głodkowska, Pągowska 2017) and concentrates on cultural ableism as a dominant pattern present in Poland during the Iron Curtain (1945-1989).
Wasilewska-Ostrowska, Katarzyna +1 more
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