scholarly journals Evidence Control System for the process University Degree accreditation

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 208
Author(s):  
Paúl Paguay-Soxo1 ◽  
Pamela Buñay1
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Control System ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
The Other ◽  
Generic Model ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
National University ◽  
University Degree

Abstract. The quality standards established by the higher education control agencies in Ecuador require the demonstration of the processes of Higher Education Institutions through the evidence of the activities, each period in accordance with the requirements of the regulatory entities. The present research presents the results of the implementation of a system of control of evidences in the Career of Engineering in Systems and Computing of the National University of Chimborazo as a tool for the generation and validation of the evidences. An analysis of the generic model of evaluation, diagnostic situation, development and implementation of the solution and analysis of the changes generated by the implementation was performed. The results evidenced that the time of search, validation and collection of evidence decreased, also the increase of the quality of the information according to established guidelines, on the other hand, the difficulties found in the execution of the project were unveiled. 

scholarly journals Evaluation of quality assurance instruments in higher education institutions: A case of Oman

2021 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
A. S. Al-Amri ◽  
Y. Z. Zubairi ◽  
R. Jani ◽  
S. Naqvi
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
The Other ◽  
Summary Statistics ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
Analyse Data

The use of a variety of instruments for quality assurance, management, and enhancement in higher education is well recognized. This article investigated the instruClose Panelments used by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Oman to measure, control, and manage the quality of their services in alignment with the standards set by Oman Academic Accreditation Authority (OAAA). Quality Assurance Managers (QAMs) from five HEIs were interviewed to identify the instruments used by them to fulfil the requirements of each standard and the way they make use of the data gathered by using these instruments. Findings from the study reveal that questionnaires and meetings are the most common instruments used by these institutions to measure, control and assure the efficacy of their current quality activities. In addition, HEIs use summary statistics to analyse data and then present them in meetings or through reports. On the other hand, it was found that substantial efforts are made to collect data but the efficient usage of data is missing. The QAMs reported a lack of awareness among the staff on the importance of collecting data since the staff members believe that these data are collected for documentation purposes only. This study emphasizes the importance of using the data gathered from different instruments in decision making and enhancing the quality of HEIs.

Determinants of Controlling in a Non-Public Higher Education Institution in Poland

2014 ◽  
pp. 342-350
Author(s):  
Elżbieta Janczyk-Strzała
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
The Other ◽  
Financial Security ◽  
Public Higher Education ◽  
Strategic Decisions

The basis of any business, including non-public Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), is financial security, which is ensured by achieving sufficiently high profits and financial liquidity. Especially in these times, a rapidly changing market, the competition, and the upcoming birth rate forces HEIs to optimize operational and strategic decisions. On one hand, it creates new opportunities for non-public HEIs, but on the other, it is a source of danger for the future of their operations. Therefore, they must not only overcome the difficulties encountered in everyday life but also try to respond to the challenges posed by their environment, demonstrating the special care to ensure the efficiency of their operations. They must not only try to increase the quality of offered services or manage their funds rationally but with equal attention should “invest” in modern management methods and concepts. Through the use of controlling, contemporary non-public HEIs are able to choose an optimum variant of decision facilitating the achievement of their goals. In view of the above, this chapter discusses the special considerations relating to controlling HEIs from the point of view of increasing their effectiveness.

Building a Culture of Trust in Higher Education Institutions

2021 ◽  
pp. 1763-1781
Author(s):  
Magdalena Platis
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Legal Issues ◽  
Perception Of Quality ◽  
Clear Insight ◽  
Culture Of Quality ◽  
Two Sides

Higher education institutions worldwide are evolving in a so-called quality assurance era in which quality standards are defined and implemented. Quality assurance has, in fact, two sides: one declarative, or formal, reflected into documents, proofs, and even statistics well prepared, and one practical, or informal, that behind all legal issues, the quality of processes is real. The contradiction between the two sides of the quality assurance contributes a false perception of quality and unethical institutional behavior. Higher education institutions can become ethical or more ethical through their people—management, academics, students, alumni, researchers. In other words, the culture of quality needs to be rebuilt towards trust. The objective of this chapter is to provide a clear insight to the contemporary state of higher education institutions' behavior and context to contribute to the building up of new quality management based on a trust in the area of education, research, and social development.

Impact of Globalization on Small Countries' Higher Education Systems: The Case of the Netherlands

2015 ◽  
pp. 46-56
Author(s):  
A. Nevskaya
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
The Netherlands ◽  
Global Market ◽  
The Other ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Research And Innovation ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
Small Countries ◽  
Western European

The article deals with the current performance and the latest developments of higher education in small and medium Western European countries. It uncovers the core trends on the international higher education market, defines small countries’ place and role in it. It is argued that there is no direct correlation between the size of economy, country’s geography, language spoken, on the one hand, and the share of international enrolments and higher education system’s general performance, on the other hand. However, there are some special moments about the way small developed countries build in their higher education in the global market. The article deals with the Dutch higher education system as a typical case for Western European small countries. It is concluded that the most beneficial category of students for this country are those from non-EEA countries, focusing in several specific areas of the country’s international specialization. A system of measures is being taken to attract such students and to prevent huge number of enrolments from the rest of developing world. This is the way the Netherlands preserve and improve the excellent quality of domestic educational services (which is right for the rest of small Western European countries as well). The group of countries under consideration is also known for their high level of involvement in all kinds of international cooperation in tertiary education. This allows them, on one hand, to further improve the quality of services, and, on the other hand, to minimize the costs of stuff needed for research and innovation. This paper’s findings might be used for further research in this area and taken into consideration by the local authorities dealing with Russian educational system improvement and including it in the global market of education, research and innovation.

scholarly journals LAS DIFERENCIAS ENTRE LA EDUCACIÓN A DISTANCIA Y VIRTUAL EN COLOMBIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (16) ◽  
pp. 97-107
Author(s):  
SANDRA NARANJO ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Regulatory Framework ◽  
The Other ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
Educación A Distancia ◽  
Legal Context

The article presents the conceptual differences around distance and virtual educational modalities in Colombia, analyzing the legal context under Law 30 of 1992 and Decree 1295 of 2010 that established two modalities in distance education: traditional distance and distance education. In addition, Decree 1075 of 2015 and 1280 of 2018 as a regulatory framework for higher education and its modalities, on the other hand, a historical journey is made highlighting the incidence of technological development, the use of ICT, offer of programs and indicators evaluation of the quality of both modalities.

scholarly journals PERUBAHAN PARADIGMA KEILMUAN IAIN MENUJU UIN AR-RANIRY

2012 ◽  
Vol 11 (02) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Syamsul Bahri
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Basic Problem ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
The Other ◽  
Islamic Education ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
The Right ◽  
New Millennium

Islamic education Institution, which is an integrated part of Nationaleducation system, also faces the globalization phenomenon. So it isexpected to prepare for it. On the other hand, the basic problem facedby the Islamic education Institution is that the paradigm of Islamicknowledge itself, in which Islamic knowledge and general knowledgeare two different things. Originally, Islam does not recognize thesplit knowledge, all in more applicative ways. For example, theefforts of some Islamic Higher Education Institutions toward Islamicuniversity. The idea of Islamic University introduced by knowledgewhich is useful for human beings are to be considered important.In this new millennium, the idea of integrating knowledge becomesincreasingly popular Islamic scholars in Indonesia is the right choicein facing the globalization era.

IT Governance in Higher Education Institutions

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 52-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehdi Khouja ◽  
Ismael Bouassida Rodriguez ◽  
Youssef Ben Halima ◽  
Samir Moalla
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Business Strategy ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
It Governance ◽  
The Other ◽  
Governance Framework ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
Governance In Higher Education

Information Technology (IT) is a very important aspect for higher education institutions (HEI) in both teaching, research and administration. The managers of those intuitions are more and more aware that IT is a strategic tool for their institutions. On the other hand, IT Governance is getting attention from the practitioner and research side, given the need to govern IT extending the organisation's strategy and objectives into IT. IT Governance helps to set clear expectations, to gain participation, open communications, establish accountability and provide executive management oversight. Thus, it is important to consider IT Governance and the alignment with business strategy for HEI. In this article, authors present a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) on IT Governance in HEIs using a collection of scientific and non-conventional data (grey literature). The motivation that drives this literature review is the further development of an IT Governance framework for Tunisian universities. This article aims to define the situation of the IT Governance in other countries. This article aims to provide a map of the state of the art of IT governance in HEI in various countries. Results show a mixed situation of IT Governance in HEIs. Some countries have the support of top level management to introduce IT Governance in HEIs by adopting regulatory frameworks and common laws. But other countries relay in their strong culture of IT Governance. The different case studies presented in this review show that there is no consensus on the IT Governance framework or standard to use in HEI. An important number of institutions are implementing COBIT or ISO best practices. In the other hand, some counties have developed their own frameworks. Results show there is no a single way to implement an IT Governance framework designed for HEI. However, it is also true that there are two mandatory aspects that are necessary to implement in IT Governance deployments: firstly, establishing a committee structure for IT assets and secondly, enable effective communication between the IT, the business and the stakeholders.

Building a Culture of Trust in Higher Education Institutions

2019 ◽  
pp. 118-136
Author(s):  
Magdalena Platis
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Legal Issues ◽  
Perception Of Quality ◽  
Clear Insight ◽  
Culture Of Quality ◽  
Two Sides

Higher education institutions worldwide are evolving in a so-called quality assurance era in which quality standards are defined and implemented. Quality assurance has, in fact, two sides: one declarative, or formal, reflected into documents, proofs, and even statistics well prepared, and one practical, or informal, that behind all legal issues, the quality of processes is real. The contradiction between the two sides of the quality assurance contributes a false perception of quality and unethical institutional behavior. Higher education institutions can become ethical or more ethical through their people—management, academics, students, alumni, researchers. In other words, the culture of quality needs to be rebuilt towards trust. The objective of this chapter is to provide a clear insight to the contemporary state of higher education institutions' behavior and context to contribute to the building up of new quality management based on a trust in the area of education, research, and social development.

scholarly journals Regulation of Educational Activities as a Factor in Ensuring the Quality of Higher Education under Restrictions (COVID-19)

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 4320-4330
Author(s):  
Sergey Sergeevich Zenin ◽  
Elena Vasilievna Kaimakova ◽  
Oleg Nikolayevich Makarov ◽  
Yulia Lenarovna Vysochina ◽  
Sergey Anatolyevich Makushkin
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Standard Setting ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Remote Work ◽  
Quality Of Higher Education

The article presents the results of the study of standard-setting activities of higher education institutions (certain aspects of said activities under the conditions of the pandemic). The authors conclude that the conditions of the pandemic and the transition to remote work determined the need for corrections in the legislation governing the activities of educational institutions to maintain the level of quality of higher education. In particular, due to students’ mass transition to distance learning, there is a need to create quality standards for distance education and the attestation procedure for universities using blended and distance learning.

scholarly journals Contemporality & Supercontemporality – Criteria of Quality of Higher Education

2019 ◽  
pp. 3-25
Author(s):  
Volodymyr Lugovyi ◽  
Olena Slyusarenko ◽  
Zhanna Talanova
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Education ◽  
Quality Of Higher Education ◽  
The Future ◽  
National University

The article, based on the information essence and mission purpose of higher education, substantiates the key criterion of the quality of the latter one – the contemporality and supercontemporality of the information being taught and studied and leads to the formation of competencies (qualifications). The sign «contemporaneous» and «supercontemporaneous» is interpreted as the relevance of information for the present and the future. According to the duration of the relevance of the information its characteristic is proposed - "shelf life", as well as the negative influence of inappropriate for consumption (non-contemporaneous) information - the concept of "negative value added" in the formation of human capital. It is proved that contemporaneous and supercontemporaneous information can be supplied from the past, present and future. Information on the future state of the subject of teaching and study is provided by research prognosis and prediction and on this basis, the innovative design (creation) of the future. It is argued that university leaders and leadership training at universities are based on contemporaneous and especially supercontemporaneous information. The system of measures for consolidation and concentration of shredded and dispersed higher education institutions of Ukraine was outlined with the aim of achieving their competitive potential, the ability to provide high-quality (contemporaneous and supercontemporaneous) higher education, to be leaders and to form leaders of progress. That system developed on the base of analysis of the parameters of the 31 extra-class universities, which rank at 1-30 places by the Shanghai Rating (ARWU) in 2018 and serve as an exemplary future for Ukrainian universities. These measures include the following. First, the introduction of a national university ranking of general and sectoral versions to identify the best, medium and backward higher education institutions, their further optimization (priority strengthening of the first, improvement of second, removal or rehabilitation of the third), as well as the formation of a culture of competitive leadership. Secondly, the creation of a leadership Association of Ukrainian Universities, such as the Association of American Universities, in order to determine the strategy and policy of modernizing the national university network, supporting the formation and further development of universities on the basis of leadership. Thirdly, the consolidation of institutions of higher education in order to create the necessary educational, research and innovative organizational, personnel, resource, infrastructure capacity, the ability to produce and offer contemporaneous and supercontemporaneous information for teaching and learning, the formation of appropriate competencies (qualifications) for its consumers (competitors). Fourthly, the consolidation and concentration of higher education institutions by combining them with the most experienced time-tested universities, while reviving the profile adequacy of the facilities available to them in their competitive professional capacities. Fifthly, the maintenance of the modernization of institutions of higher education through their consolidation and concentration by the obligatory creation of conditions for the implementation of the dual teaching and research function of teachers by reducing the training load, increasing wages, developing educational and research infrastructure, resource support.

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