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Institutions and the political system : a story of failure (2015)
Book Chapter
Bull, M. (2015). Institutions and the political system : a story of failure. In A. Mammone, E. Parini, & G. Veltri (Eds.), Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Italy: History, Politics and Society (103-114). London: Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315709970

This chapter first outlines the institutional framework and the functioning of the Italian political system until the early 1990s; then, second, documents the rise of institutional reform from the early 1980s and especially its trajectory since the e... Read More about Institutions and the political system : a story of failure.

Innovative assessment and collaborative learning using problem-based learning: Learning through construction a different medium in which to excel (2015)
Book Chapter
McLoughlin, M., Darvill, A., & Burns, B. (2015). Innovative assessment and collaborative learning using problem-based learning: Learning through construction a different medium in which to excel. In M. Li, & Y. Zhao (Eds.), Exploring Learning & Teaching in Higher Education New Frontiers of Educational Research (145-169). Berlin: Springer

Brilliant corners : the development of jazz in higher education (2015)
Book Chapter
Whyton, T. (2015). Brilliant corners : the development of jazz in higher education. In I. Papageorgi, & G. Welch (Eds.), Advanced Musical Performance: Investigations in Higher Education Learning (21-31). Farnham: Ashgate

To reach the highest standards of instrumental performance, several years of sustained and focused learning are required. This requires perseverance, commitment and opportunities to learn and practise, often in a collective musical environment. This... Read More about Brilliant corners : the development of jazz in higher education.

What are the European legal duties to conserve biodiversity in university campuses? (2015)
Book Chapter
Tzoulas, K., James, P., Price, E., & Wheater, P. (2015). What are the European legal duties to conserve biodiversity in university campuses?. In W. Leal Filho, U. Azeiteiro, S. Caeiro, & F. Alves (Eds.), Integrating Sustainability Thinking in Science and Engineering Curricula: Innovative Approaches, Methods and Tools Series (413-424). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-09474-8_30

Biodiversity is a key element of sustainable development in university campuses. However, integrating biodiversity in campuses requires strategic planning, beyond minimum compliance with protected species and habitats legislation. This leads to the q... Read More about What are the European legal duties to conserve biodiversity in university campuses?.