This paper analyses opportunities and threats for Countries in Transition (CIT), and for other developing countries, brought about by the electronic money (e-money) and other electronic retail payments systems developments. The strengths and weaknesses of CIT financial systems, in respect of the...

The paper presents findings of an explorative research (non-probable sample, N-147), aiming at considering the level of development of meta-components of learning autonomy, (metacognitive abilities, learning strategies and critical thinking), as indicators of higher education teaching quality,...

This paper analyzes general public policy issues, and opportunities and threats for Countries in Transition (CIT) in particular, brought about by the electronic money and other electronic retail payments systems developments. The strengths and weaknesses of CIT financial systems, with regard to...

From 2008 onwards, developing countries have seen a surge in acquisitions of large areas of agricultural land by international investors. If local farmers have secure property rights and services that support business are available, positive spillover from the acquisitions is expected to drive...