Directions

Directions: Journal of Educational Studies Pacific Curriculum Network
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U V W
close this section of the library
Sharma, Akhila Nand

Title: A reflection on qualitative research methodology : a Fijian experience

Author: Sharma, Akhila Nand
Subject:  Education|Research|Fiji
Volume: Directions: Journal of Educational Studies no.35, vol.18, no.2, 1996
Collation: p. 31-44 :

Abstract: This paper presents the author’s reflection on his research experience in learning about the effectiveness of the management of a vocational education and training programme implemented in the context of a traditional society. The initial theoretical orientation emerged from the available international literature. However, it was found that the approaches used and recommended for use were inadequate, and that it was necessary to include additional culture-sensitive strategies before proceeding into the researching process itself. The paper recommends the adoption of culturally-appropriate and relevant practices to complement the available western approaches to research.

Document information Original information

Title: Management of education : the role of education officers in turbulent times

Author: Krishna, Meghnath, Sharma, Akhila Nand
Subject:  School supervisors|Fiji
 School management and organization|Fiji
Volume: Directions: Journal of Educational Studies no.34, vol.18, no.1, 1996
Collation: p. 25-35 ;

Abstract: The authors offer a variation on a similar theme as the first two articles. They recommend expanded and more varied roles for Education Officers. Their recommendation that EOs see themselves as initiators, facilitators, teachers, learners and researchers merits close reading and practical follow-up.

Document information Original information

Title: School-community relations : the principal's role

Author: Sharma, Akhila Nand
Subject:  Community and school|Fiji
 School management and organization|Parent participation|Fiji
 Education|Parent participation|Fiji
Volume: Directions: Journal of Educational Studies no.27, vol.14, no.2, 1992
Collation: p. 14-24 ;

Abstract: A paper presented at the 7th Regional Conference of CCEA held at the University of Hong Kong on 20 August, 1992.

Document information Original information

Title: Technical and vocational studies in Fiji secondary schools : a modular approach

Author: Sharma, Akhila Nand
Subject:  Vocational education|Fiji
Volume: Directions: Journal of Educational Studies no.45, vol.23, no.2, 2001
Collation: p. 50-69 ;

Abstract: After an examination of the history of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Fiji and a description of the current, problematic situation, Dr Sharma suggests ways of improving TVET in Fiji. A ‘bottom-up’ approach, development programmes for teachers and administrators, integration of school-based TVET within mainstream schooling and the establishment of Institutes for early school leavers are among his proposals.

Document information Original information

Title: The ethics of parental participation in school management

Author: Sharma, Akhila Nand
Subject:  Community and school|Fiji
 School management and organization|Parent participation|Fiji
 Education|Parent participation|Fiji
Volume: Directions: Journal of Educational Studies no.29, vol.15, no.2, 1993
Collation: p. 59-72 ;

Abstract: Since the mid-1960s there has been a steady, although sometimes haphazard, growth of interest in greater parental participation in schooling (Watson, 1979). The arguments for parental participation in schooling and school management in particular rest on social and political considerations but are given focus with the welfare of the child. The social and political considerations of parental participation are those involved with the concept of democracy. In this context the primary function of a school management is concerned with the personal, social and political development of all those within its sphere of responsibility. This article takes the view that a school, for both ethical and practical reasons, must also address the developmental needs of parents, besides those of children and teachers (the latter two are not the concern of this article). It argues that their participation is both their right and duty. First, the article looks at the concept of participation. Next, it discusses the ethical arguments for parental participation in schooling. Lastly, it examines the degree of parental participation in school management in Fiji. Although the discussion is based on my educational experience in Fiji, it is intended to have wider relevance.

Document information Original information