scholarly journals Promoting educational innovations and change through networks between higher education teachers

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elena Stasewitsch ◽  
Sofia Dokuka ◽  
Simone Kauffeld
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Educational Reform ◽  
Innovation Diffusion ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Small World ◽  
Educational Innovations ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Higher Education Teaching

AbstractInnovation in higher education teaching is essential to respond to global challenges and actively improve teaching (e.g. through new technologies), necessitating the implementation of educational reform programmes that fund educational innovations. Although currently deployed strategies frequently promote networks between innovators to diffuse educational innovations, little is known about the efficiency of these networks or whether they promote innovation diffusion. This study investigates a network comprising 88 higher education teachers who received funding for their educational innovations in a German university. We collected longitudinal data by asking higher education teachers from whom they adopted innovative teaching ideas and requesting self-reports on innovative teaching climate. Our findings show that the teachers’ social network had a smaller path length and more clustering than might be expected by chance. This observation might indicate that the examined educational innovation network exhibits a small-world property and allows efficient exchange of ideas among the teachers. In line with our hypotheses, the network’s initial tendency toward hierarchy and homophily decreased over time in response to strategies and network interventions. In summary, this study provides initial empirical support that educational reform programmes can create efficient educational innovation networks, facilitating innovation diffusion and promoting change in higher education teaching.

scholarly journals INTERDISCIPLINARITY AND GLOBAL COLLABORATION IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS TEACHING

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 486-508
Author(s):  
Bianca Vienni ◽  
Franco Simini
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Medical Informatics ◽  
Biomedical Engineering ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Global Collaboration ◽  
Pedagogical Strategies ◽  
Teaching Activities ◽  
Higher Education Teaching

This paper takes the Núcleo of Ingeniería Biomédica (NIB) from the Universidad de la República (Uruguay) as an example of how interdisciplinarity and global collaboration can be achieved in Higher Education teaching activities with a focus on Biomedical Engineering and Medical Informatics. We have recorded and analyzed using a qualitative strategy its practices in different teaching formats to interpret the best pedagogical strategies in the combination of interdisciplinarity and distant collaboration when using new technologies of communication.   KEYWORDS: Biomedical Engineering; Interdisciplinarity; University; Uruguay.

scholarly journals EFFECTIVENESS OF TEACHING METHODS USED IN HIGHER EDUCATION: A CASE STUDY OF EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY OF MADRID, SPAIN

2015 ◽  
Vol 67 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-28
Author(s):  
Leila Bardasuc ◽  
Jose Luis Martinez Rubio ◽  
Nicusor Marcel Udrea ◽  
Monica Delia Domnica
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Foreign Students ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Study Programs ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
European University

The purpose of this research was to determine the effectiveness of various teaching methods used in higher education and the perception of the students regarding these methods. In order to determine the possible ways to obtain strategic advantages and benefit from the strengths, the university has to know what drives foreign students in choosing a certain study program, even if it is outside their country of origin. At the same time, knowing the disadvantages that prevent them from doing so, helps the university include ways to correct the weaknesses or to offer solutions to them. The students, participating in this research, are enrolled at the European University in Madrid, from different study programs and degrees (license, master and doctoral programs) and were asked to answer a questionnaire about the use of teaching methods, about their perceptions upon effective teaching and the reasons that have determined them to choose to follow a study program. The results were in favor of a higher use of projects, group activities and case studies during classes and seminars at the European University of Madrid and of using new technologies in the educational system (e-learning, simulations, use of intranet, and activities in laboratories). As a primer characteristic searched for when choosing a study program, the students mentioned practice, mainly for developing abilities useful for applying for a job as soon as possible. It is, therefore, important to analyze the teaching methods and this research helps us understand how students see the teaching process and which are the methods that help them to better understand and to be more active during classes. Key words: creativity development, innovative teaching, practical activities, teaching methods.

scholarly journals Innovative Directions of the Higher Education of Ukraine

2016 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 54-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marianna Klyap ◽  
Mykhailo Klyap
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Basic Approaches ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract The article clarifies the concept of “innovation”, including “educational innovation”, examines some innovative teaching methods in universities. The main approaches of implementation innovations in modern higher education of Ukraine are analysed. It also defines the differences between traditional and innovative teaching, discovers different variants of the classification of innovative teaching methods and formulates basic approaches to the selection of innovative didactic purpose in accordance with the classes, the advantages and disadvantages of the use of certain methods. It tightly describes actual interpretation of innovative study methods in the Ukrainian higher educational institutions, as well as the realization of the innovative aspects in the separate Ukrainian universities. The importance of innovation in the learning process of entering higher education of Ukraine into the European educational space is also being highlighted.

scholarly journals Estudio longitudinal sobre tutoría académica flexible en la universidad

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 259-278
Author(s):  
Patricia López Vicent ◽  
María Paz Prendes Espinosa
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Great Satisfaction ◽  
Usual Model ◽  
Enseñanza Superior ◽  
Academic Courses ◽  
The University

Resumen:Con el proceso de Bolonia la tutoría es una de las acciones docentes que marcan el cambio en nuestras instituciones de enseñanza superior. Supone hablar de un nuevo rol docente que amplía su acción formativa hacia aspectos que van más allá de lo estrictamente curricular y que nos conducen hacia una personalización de la acción docente, lo cual a su vez redunda en la calidad de la enseñanza y en un modelo universitario centrado en el alumno. Y si en estos procesos de tutoría incluimos el uso de las TIC, hablaremos entonces de un modelo de acción tutorial más flexible y ajustado a las necesidades de los alumnos. Partiendo de estas premisas, la tutoría electrónica puede entenderse como un elemento de calidad en la acción formativa de nuestras instituciones de enseñanza superior. En 2009 en la Universidad de Murcia se propone la tutoría electrónica como un proyecto de innovación del Vicerrectorado de Convergencia Europea e Innovación. A partir del curso 2010/2011 se asume como un modelo de acción tutorial implantado y conocido por la comunidad universitaria. Este artículo recoge el análisis de este proceso de implantación de la tutoría electrónica desde sus comienzos en el curso 2009/2010. Se ha utilizado una metodología cuantitativa a través de un estudio tipo encuesta de carácter longitudinal que recoge datos durante 3 cursos académicos -considerados como el reflejo del proceso de innovación, de implantación y de consolidación-. Se ha empleado un cuestionario en línea aplicado al profesorado de dicha universidad cuyos resultados reflejan el uso diverso que se hace de esta modalidad de tutoría y el grado de satisfacción del mismo. Las conclusiones conducen a observar la tutoría electrónica como una acción formativa altamente valorada por el profesorado, coincidiendo así plenamente con los resultados de investigaciones previa. Abstract:Tutoring is one of most innovative teaching actions in the introduction of the Bolonia process in higher education. It is directly linked to the new role of university professors, incorporating not only curricular activity but also the personalization of teaching and what this entails. This has a knock-on effect in that it enhances quality through a new student-centered model. If moreover we include the possibilities afforded by ICT, we are talking about a flexible tutoring model that is responds to the real needs of today’s students. So virtual tutoring can be understood as a quality element of teaching in higher education. Virtual tutoring was proposed as an educational innovation in our University in 2009 by the Vicechancellor of European Convergence and Innovation. After the process of implementation, this bimodal system of tutoring is now considered as part of our usual model of work and it is well known by all the university community. This article presents the analysis of this process over three academic courses. We have used a quantitative approach with a questionnaire, applied during this period. The survey was carried out online. Results show that the virtual tutoring is used for diverse purposes and there is great satisfaction among the participants in this study. Our conclusions are important in explaining that this system is a value for our academic community, as has been reported in other studies.

scholarly journals Innovation of Education and Educational Innovations in Conditions of Modern Higher Education Institution

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Halyna Mykhailyshyn ◽  
Oksana Kondur ◽  
Lesia Serman
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Innovation System ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Educational Activity ◽  
Methodological Innovation ◽  
Educational Innovations ◽  
Education Market

The article describes the different approaches to the interpretation of educational innovations and innovations in education. The modern labor market requires graduates ability to operate such technologies and knowledge that meet the needs of the information society, prepare young people for new roles in this society. It is necessary to distinguish between the concepts “educational innovations” and “innovations in education”. Innovation in education is a broader concept than educational innovation. They include educational, scientific and technological, infrastructural, economic, social, legal, administrative and other innovations. Educational innovations are understood as a procedure or method of educational activity that differs significantly from established practice and is used to increase the level of efficiency in a competitive environment. Educational innovations include pedagogical innovation, scientific and methodological innovation, educational and technological innovation. It is substantiated that the education market is one of the most important elements of the national innovation system. Higher education institutions that have chosen an innovation-based development, become competitive leaders on the education market. The formation of new forms of education and the use of perfect controlling mechanisms at each educational institution will give the opportunity to create single educational space, which is able to meet the needs of society in quality education with specific opportunities of customers in the educational market. The main components of the innovation development of higher education institutions are determined

scholarly journals The Innovative Teaching Methods in the Study of Economic Disciplines in Higher Education Institutions of Ukraine

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (516) ◽  
pp. 134-138
Author(s):  
I. A. Riadynska ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Role Playing ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Simulation Games ◽  
Educational Work ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Innovative Methods ◽  
Ground Method

The article is primarily aimed at considering the essence and significance of innovative methods of teaching economic disciplines in higher education institutions, their use in professional activities with students during educational work. The article considers innovative methods of learning in the teaching of economic disciplines used in the system of modern educational process in higher education institutions of Ukraine. The peculiarities of forms and methods of innovative learning are defined, the specifics of their use during classes with students in economic disciplines are covered. The author specifies application of such methods, forms and methods of educational work as: audiovisual method of training; analysis of errors, collisions, incidents; discussion with the invitation of specialists; brainstorming; «decision tree»; business (role-playing) game (students try the role of a teacher in economics, an accountant, auditor, a broker, manager, etc.); «take a position»; Socratic dialogue; interview method; public speaking; commenting, evaluating (or self-evaluating) of the participants’ actions; training ground; method of analysis and diagnosis of the situation; method of cooperative learning; problematic methods; partially search methods; research methods; method of projects; modeling; trainings; the program-role method of generating ideas; work in small groups; «competence» game; simulation games; PRES formula, etc. The essence of the case method, its principles, structure, features, influence on the formation of qualitative characteristics of the future specialist in economics is covered. It is emphasized the use of new technologies in learning, such as multimedia, computers, etc. and the combination of innovative methods with classical, traditional ones.

WAYS OF FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF TEACHER’S READINESS TO THE INTRODUCTION OF INNOVATIVE TEACHING METHODS IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

2020 ◽  
pp. 67-78
Author(s):  
Nataliia Naumenko ◽  
Svitlana Myronchenko ◽  
Andrіі Kozlov
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teaching Practice ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Process Development ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Professional Skills ◽  
Innovative Teaching

Today the teaching of the subjects should be related to the review of a number of organizational and pedagogical support of educational process in the framework of the transition from reproductive studying to pedagogy of cooperation. To this end, the teachers took part in the training "Innovative activities of the Teacher", which consisted of several mini-trainings. The aim of the training was to develop new professional skills in teachers; acquisition of new technologies in teaching practice; learning how to communicate effectively, how to react, and how to behave; the search for effective solutions to the problems identified; formation and development of communication skills among participants of the educational process; development of skills to apply various forms of organization and innovative teaching methods.

scholarly journals Proposals for improving evaluation systems in higher education: An approach from the model 'Working with People'

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ignacio De los Rios ◽  
Susana Sastre-Merino ◽  
Consuelo Fernandez ◽  
Cristina Nuñez ◽  
Encarnacion Reyes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
University Administrators ◽  
Continuous Assessment ◽  
Joint Work ◽  
Improvement Strategy ◽  
Educational Innovations ◽  
University Teachers ◽  
Evaluation Systems

The European Higher Education Area (EHEA) represents a challenge to university teachers to adapt their evaluation systems, directing them towards continuous assessment. The integration of competence-based learning as an educational benchmark has also led to a perspective more focused on student and with complex learning situations closer to reality; however, its evaluation entails an increase in lecturers’ workload and a continuous demand for students due to the diversity of evaluation tests required to assess each aspect of competences. After a period in which the changes have been introduced and within the framework of educational innovations cross-cutting project named "Analysis of the UPM Degree Programmes Evaluation Procedures and Proposal for Improvements" (EVALÚA)", supported by the Educational Innovation Department, the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) considered to analyse the assessment systems and the ways to improve them, at both levels bachelor's and master's degree programmes. The methodology is based on the model "Working with People", which for the first time at the UPM, creates a participatory process with students and lecturers aimed at knowing their opinion and their feelings about the evaluation process and the potential for improvement. Eight focus groups were developed, with 33 students and 39 university teachers in total. The results indicate that the perception of students and lecturers regarding the evaluation systems have many common points, as well as the need to undertake an improvement strategy for integrating actions from all three model dimensions, seeking a balance in joint work among lecturers, university administrators and students.

scholarly journals Methodology to Evaluate Economic Viability Plans and Digitalization Strategies in Private Social Education Centers

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 170
Author(s):  
Ricardo Francisco Reier Forradellas ◽  
Javier Jorge-Vázquez ◽  
Sergio Luis Náñez Alonso ◽  
Ricardo Salazar Valdivia
Keyword(s):  
Student Satisfaction ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Dropout Rate ◽  
Economic Viability ◽  
Financial Viability ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Social Nature ◽  
Strategic Policy ◽  
Financial Strategies

The Spanish educational system is characterized by the coexistence of three different models of production and provision of education: public, subsidized and private. Within the privately-owned centers not under the subsidized system, private schools of a social nature stand out. These schools, whose main source of financing comes from the fees paid by the students’ families, must implement financial strategies that guarantee their economic viability and allow them to develop their educational project. In a highly competitive environment, the implementation of sound financial strategies and the development of educational innovation policies are critical to ensure their survival. In this context, this study analyzes a methodological proposal that can contribute to guide this strategic policy based on two fundamental pillars: the financial viability of the center and educational innovation through the application of new technologies and innovative teaching strategies. To this end, the case method has been used as the main methodology, obtaining results that considerably improve student satisfaction and that represent economic improvements of more than €100,000 per year. From these results it has been possible to identify different possible scenarios that can condition the financial viability of the educational center, the dropout rate and the academic performance of the students.

scholarly journals A framework for managing innovation in higher education: lessons learnt from the UAE iPad initiative

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-28
Author(s):  
Kenesha Wilson ◽  
Jobila Sy
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Educational Innovation ◽  
Organisational Change ◽  
Gulf Region ◽  
Educational Innovations ◽  
Case Study Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Empirical Inquiry ◽  
Innovation In Higher Education

Purpose Managing educational innovation in higher education institutions is a complex process that requires specific strategies based on research and proven frameworks. The aim of this paper was to examine how Bolman and Deal’s (2003) theoretical framework can be used to analyse organisational change processes and to evaluate the progress and outcomes of an educational innovation initiative at a university in the Gulf. This educational innovation involved the use of iPads in curricular practices to enhance pedagogical strategies and student learning outcomes. Design/methodology/approach An ethnographic case study methodology was used to make an empirical inquiry that investigated data obtained from direct observations, informal interviews, holistic field notes and documents to better understand a contemporary phenomenon within its real-life context. Findings A critical analysis of this iPad initiative suggested that the main areas of leading and managing this innovation, through Bolman and Deal’s framework, were effectively centred around the human resources, structural and political frames but were less affected by the symbolic frame. Originality/value The authors provide suggestions, based on their experiences as faculty members and academic administrators, on how such innovations can be effectively led and managed. In addition, a new cross-cultural model is proposed for managing future educational innovations in higher education, particularly in the Gulf region. This new model could also be used to effectively evaluate the implementation and management of other educational changes such as those precipitated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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