Programme evaluation as an instrument for quality-assurance in a student-oriented educational system

2001 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 355-372 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joelle Pletinckx ◽  
Mien Segers
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Programme Evaluation

scholarly journals Quality Assurance in Nigeria’s Education System: Prospect and Challenges

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-83
Author(s):  
Yunusa Dangara Usman ◽  
Madudili Geraldine Chinyere
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Education System ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Analysis Methodology ◽  
Regular Training

The study was conducted with the aim of establishing the relevance and challenges affecting quality assurance in Nigerian education system. Secondary data analysis methodology was adopted for the study. To easily achieve the objectives, the concept of quality assurance, strategies for building quality assurance into the education system and parameters for measuring quality assurance and challenges were discussed. The study identified some challenges affecting quality assurance to include shortage of funds, insecurity, policy inconsistency, and lack of regular training of staff etc. The paper concludes that since the essence of education is to make an individual useful quality assurance strategies should be monitored and evaluated   on regular basis in order to improve the quality of the educational system in Nigeria. The study therefore recommends amongst others improved funding of the education sector, regular training and retraining of staff and provision of adequate security for learning environment in the country as a way forward.

scholarly journals Impact of programmeevaluationthrough self-assessmentin higher education institutions in Pakistan

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 134-141
Author(s):  
Muhammad AbdulWahid Usmani ◽  
Suraiya Khatoon
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Programme Evaluation ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Quality Assurance Agency ◽  
Study Programme ◽  
Education Commission ◽  
Quality Assurance Mechanism ◽  
The Impact

Quality assurance in higher education in Pakistan was formally initiated when Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) was established under Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. The current study is a descriptive study which was conducted to review the impact of programme evaluation on Pakistani universities. Data available with QAA, Pakistan, Self-Assessment Report available for the programmes and field notes were used as tool in this study. Programme evaluation reports were graded on a rubric in order to rank departments within a university. The study shows that quality assurance mechanism has got its firm roots at micro level, that is, at university level in Pakistan under the supervision of QAA of Pakistan. The study would be of interest for all educationists as it shows both the role of QAA, Pakistan and the role of quality enhancement cells whose combined efforts have resulted into a systematic programme evaluation in Pakistani universities. Keywords: Programme evaluation, self-assessment, learning outcomes, feedback.

scholarly journals Challenges of improving effectiveness and efficiency of the higher educational system in developing countries

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saheer Al-Jaghoub ◽  
Ahmad Al-Adwan ◽  
Hussein Al-Yaseen ◽  
Anas Al-Soud ◽  
Ahmad Areiqat
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Resistance To Change ◽  
Quality Assurance System ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Assurance System ◽  
System Data ◽  
Effectiveness And Efficiency ◽  
Higher Educational ◽  
The Government

Due to the country’s lack of natural resources and its dependence on human resources, Jordanian universities have started to implement quality assurance system aiming to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the higher educational system. This paper presents the results of a research that aims to identify the main issues and challenges facing these universities in implementing quality assurance system. Data for this research were collected using a survey mailed to all public and private universities to investigate the main issues affecting the implementation of quality assurance system in Jordanian universities. The results of this research showed that the most important challenges faced by Jordanian universities are: human and lack of awareness, resistance to change and cultural among others. The research findings hoped to be useful for both universities and policy makers in the government in order to realize the full benefits of implementing quality assurance system. Hence, this and other research on implementing quality assurance in higher educational institutions might be of assistance.

scholarly journals Politics of Programme Accreditation for Quality Assurance in Nigerian Higher Education

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Nwakpa
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Private Universities ◽  
Educational Quality ◽  
Government Policies ◽  
Grading Systems ◽  
Process Output ◽  
Quality In Higher Education

Quality assurance is an innovation in the educational system. It directs the achievement of goals and revolves around proper, meticulous and timely attention and action on the input–process-output mechanism, by the management. Accreditation of programmes in Nigerian higher education is a means to achieving the desired educational quality in our institutions through the, implementation of government policies by the designated bodies; NUC, NBTE and NCCE. This paper examined the politics of NUC Accreditation of University programmes as an issue of concern in maintaining quality. Politicization of appointments of the head of institutions and lack of uniformity in grading systems were sported as factors militating against quality in higher education. The essence of quality assurance in Nigerian higher   institutions   was also discussed and necessary suggestions made include, accountability in quality assurance dealings, proper lay down rules and regulations for establishment of private universities and systematic approach to accreditation by NUC and other accreditation bodies. 

scholarly journals The Long Journey for Afghan Teacher Training Colleges: Accreditation and Quality Assurance

2018 ◽  
Vol 47 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tim Goddard ◽  
Mohammad Bakhshi ◽  
Jim Frideres
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Teacher Training ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Accreditation Process ◽  
Low Income Countries ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Teacher Training Colleges ◽  
The Government ◽  
Historical Sketch

The authors, having spent five years working in Afghanistan provide a first-hand description of the processes that evolved over that time in the development of an accreditation and quality assurance policy and program for Teacher Training Colleges. The paper provides a brief historical sketch of the educational system in Afghanistan and the steps taken by the Technical Advisors in helping the Ministry of Education formalize a policy for accreditation and quality assurance. The second part of the paper focuses on the structure and content of the accreditation process that was successfully piloted on three Teacher Training Colleges. The Ministry of Education is now in the process of implementing the program across the country. It reveals that the accreditation process can be adapted and incorporated into the government of low income countries.

scholarly journals Quality assurance: a benefit or burden?

2005 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 28
Author(s):  
Ros Escott
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Laboratory Management ◽  
Testing Procedures

Quality assurance (QA) is a means for verifying the accuracy of testing procedures, the results that they produce, and the interpretation of those results. In Australia, QA is mandatory for laboratories for accreditation and can therefore be viewed as a burden, providing yet another task in a busy environment. Alternatively, laboratory management and staff can use QA as a beneficial and valuable tool to foster a culture of excellence. The achievements of a well-performing laboratory should be acknowledged, and a supportive and educational system developed for a laboratory that is performing poorly in QA programs.

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