International schools become more popular in many countries around the world which means that an increasing number of students grow up bilingually, speaking one language in school and another language at home. This study focusses on one group of students that this applies to; German national students …

Paradiplomacy is a recent phenomenon in the field of international relations that entails the decentralization of political power, causing subnational governments to develop international relation. This development is most notable in federal states, since federalization allows for certain autonomy and …

MELTING POT is making hidden spaces of Luxembourg's unknown industrial history accessible and brings public life to the sites. Cultural heritage not only needs architectural transformation but also a smart community orientated program. This program is inspired by the history of the site and the values …

Northern Cyprus is a de facto state in the eyes of the international community. Its independence has been deemed illegitimate by the United Nations as it is seen as an occupied territory by Turkey. Therefore, Turkey is the only country in the world that recognizes the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern …

Doel Uit verschillende klanttevredenheidsonderzoeken uitgevoerd in opdracht van de Hogeschool van Amsterdam en de Universiteit van Amsterdam blijkt dat er meer vraag is naar een groter aanbod van gezonde, vegetarische en veganistische producten binnen de catering. Dit onderzoek is uitgevoerd met als …

In 2015, the UN set 17 global goals, the so-called Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the year 2030, “a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity”. Although these challenges are global, their impact manifests itself on a …

Digital techniques have enabled us to enjoy music, literature and communication to an unlimited extent. Images, music and other files can even bridge the largest distances on Earth in just a few milliseconds via the World Wild Web (and satellites). Digital connection would be less demanding for the planet …

This online STS muhabbet, friendly but critically engaging conversation that took place between Yetiskin and Lovink will walk you through the stages of identifying the problems, threats, and possibilities that media technologies have brought to the table of not only users but also social science researchers …

Over the past decade, more and more studies have been published about OER adoptionby educators and educational institutions. The largest part of these studies is about OER in Higher Education and a growing amount is about OER and open textbooks in K-12 education. In addition, according to De Olivereira …

ISS has a strong need to constantly innovate and to surprise the market with innovations. ISS tries to be innovative through the tactical/strategic level (such as the 'new' Innovation & Strategic Development department). But innovation comes (still) too little from the operational work field. The reasons …