Barriers for Quality Management Implementation in Higher Education

2020 ◽  
pp. 132-151
Author(s):  
Mufaro Dzingirai
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Quality Management ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Common Phenomenon ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning

To survive in a highly-competitive higher education sector, institutions of higher learning are focusing on quality management principles. Therefore, a strong need emerges for a deeper understanding of quality management. Despite a substantial, growing interest from scholars, policymakers, and educationalists in quality management as a common phenomenon in higher education, many obstacles remain in the implementation process. This chapter captures the worldwide quality issues and a controversy related to implementation of quality management in higher education, identifies the barriers for successful implementation of quality management in higher education, reviews the key barriers that deter the efforts to effectively execute quality management in higher education so that quality management strategies can be formulated by the top management and policymakers accordingly, and presents directions for future research.

scholarly journals Discovering Higher Education Institutions before Solerno

10.28945/3892 ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 195-205
Author(s):  
Crystal R Chambers
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Western Europe ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Future Research ◽  
History Of Higher Education ◽  
Communities Of Learners ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
History Of ◽  
Education Coursework

Aim/Purpose: The purpose of this manuscript is to bring communities of learners before Solerno, Bologna, and Paris from the margin to the center of history of higher education discourse. Background: Most history of higher education coursework in the global west begins with institutions of higher learning in western Europe – Solerno, Bologna, and Paris. However, this tradition discounts the histories of higher education particularly of institutions in the global east, which predate European models Methodology: The author brings these communities of learners from the margins to the center of higher education histories by way of historical overview. Contribution: In so doing, the author informs scholar instructors of ancient higher education from a more globalized perspective. Findings: The major finding of this work is that there is a history of higher education prior to the rise of institutions in the global west. Recommendations for Practitioners: From this work, history of higher education coursework in the global west should be adjusted to include acknowledgement as well as greater exploration of ancient higher education institutions as part of our collective global under-standing of the history of higher education. Future Research: This work more broadly identifies for open exploration of ancient higher education institutions.

scholarly journals Ranking Japan’s Institutions of Higher Education, 2017: A Comparative Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 12
Author(s):  
Kenneth M Cramer ◽  
Hyein Yoo ◽  
Dana Manning
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Education ◽  
Japanese Education ◽  
Canadian Data ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Individual Index ◽  
Analysis Protocol

The present study examined the 2017 Times Higher Education annual rankings for Japanese institutions of higher learning. Based on the analytic model as mapped out previously using Canadian data, we offered a similar protocol for the top 100 institutions of higher education in Japan. Three analyses showed that: (a) overall rank correlated with individual index ranks for 9 of the 13 indices, (b) the schools appearing among the top institutions overall ranked significantly better on 8 of the 13 indices compared to schools appearing among the bottom institutions overall, and (c) schools were empirically grouped into four meaningful families or clusters whose constituent members shared a comparable profile of indices. We offer a juxtaposition of the present results to annual evaluations from Canada’s institutions of higher learning. The wider implications include an international comparison of institutions of higher learning, a proposed analysis protocol that Japanese education administrations may further pursue, and a categorical breakdown of educational institutions in Japan. Directions for future research are outlined.

scholarly journals Learning Management Systems Adoption Conundrums; Technological and Pedagogical Dilemmas that arise for Higher Education

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Terrill Reid McLain
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Online Discussions ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Continued Use ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Learning Institutions

Technology is used in many higher learning institutions for a multitude of reasons including distributing learning materials, organizing group projects, calculating grades, facilitating online discussions, turning in homework, creating class content, etc. When these separate technologies merge in one place, it is called a Learning Management System (LMS).  Implementing an LMS in Higher Education can enhance a learning environment and assist in deploying pedagogy in a positive and efficient way while engaging students.  However, there are dilemmas that arise that can hinder the solution that the technology seeks to solve. This paper discusses the divides created by the pedagogical and technological interests of LMS adoption in higher education and outlines future research needed for more successful implementation and subsequent continued use. In a sea of options, the solutions that are strongest include individual customization flexibility and have strong peer support; these are the ones that seem to last.

scholarly journals Socioeconomic Implications of Examination Fraud and Assessment Irregularities in South Africa’s Higher Education Sector: A Futuristic View

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3(S)) ◽  
pp. 39-46
Author(s):  
Chux Gervase Iwu
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
South African ◽  
Nation Building ◽  
High Standard ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Documentary Evidence ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning

This paper, based on scholarly as well as documentary evidence, intends to highlight thesocioeconomic implications of fraud and assessment irregularities in South Africa’s higher education. Highereducation institutions serve nation building purposes and as such it is expected that what they produceshould be of high standard in order to further this purpose. Lately, owing to the rise in assessmentmalpractices across South African institutions of higher learning, calls have been made by business andsociety for ways to deal with this. This paper asks a few questions related to what constitutes fraud andassessment irregularities and the sources of these. The paper also points out what these portend for highereducation in South Africa while at the same suggesting some recommendations. This paper contributes to theliterature on the growing concerns of educators and researchers regarding high levels of examinationmalpractice and assessment irregularities within higher education sector globally, but in particular SouthAfrica.

scholarly journals Talent retention strategies for female academics in the higher education sector

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 142-149
Author(s):  
Blessing Kanyumba ◽  
Melanie Lourens
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Retention Strategies ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Talent Retention ◽  
Strategic Goals ◽  
Sub Saharan

This study aimed at identifying talent retention strategies for female academics in the higher education sector, paying particular attention to the Sub-Saharan context. Higher education institutions rely on the knowledge, abilities, and skills of their academics in order to keep abreast of the changing nature of higher education globally. These institutions of higher learning are required to be competitive and achieve their strategic goals in order to remain relevant in the sector. Studies have shown that female academics are leaving the higher education sector for the private sector for numerous reasons, including better salaries and further development. Additionally, some female academics are emigrating to European countries in search of greener pastures. Therefore, higher education institutions have to ensure that talent retention strategies are implemented to retain female academics, as well as to facilitate their progress to top leadership positions. The study utilized four crucial retention strategies identified in Kenya by Mutiria, Rukangu and Kubaison in 2015. These retention strategies include compensation and benefits, formal succession planning, training and development and career development opportunities. A quantitative research design was adopted for this study, whereby online questionnaires were completed by 112 female academics at a Sub-Saharan university. The data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 27 for Windows. The results revealed a significant relationship between the four identified strategies and retention. Thus, institutions of higher learning should effectively implement these strategies in order to retain talented female academics, considering the dynamics in the sector.

Native Approaches to Decolonising Education in Institutions of Higher Learning

2000 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 28-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Polly Walke
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Indigenous Peoples ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Native Peoples ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
The World

A growing number of Native scholars are involved in decolonising higher education through a range of processes designed to create space for Indigenous realities and Indigenous ways of managing knowledge. Basing their educational approaches on Indigenous ontologies and epistemologies, they are developing Indigenist approaches within higher education. Ward Churchill (1996:509), Cherokee scholar, explains that an Indigenist scholar is one who:Takes the rights of indigenous peoples as the highest priority …who draws on the traditions – the bodies of knowledge and corresponding codes of value – evolved over many thousands of years by native peoples the world over.

PENDIDIKAN ETIKA REKA BENTUK DALAM PROGRAM INDUSTRI KREATIF DI INSTITUSI PENGAJIAN TINGGI MALAYSIA [DESIGN ETHICS EDUCATION FOR CREATIVE INDUSTRIES PROGRAMMES IN MALAYSIAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS]

2022 ◽  
pp. 118-134
Author(s):  
MOHD AFIQ RIDHWAN TARMIZU ◽  
BALAMURALITHARA BALAKRISHAN ◽  
MUHAMMAD FADHIL WONG ABDULLAH
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Ethics Education ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Creative Industry ◽  
Ethical Aspects ◽  
Design Ethics ◽  
Ethical Education ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Industry Professionals

Nowadays, the creative industry is rapidly developing with various technologies and creativity moving forward. However, problems and issues involving ethical aspects are still often seen on social media, television and print media, it clearly shows the lack of values and ethical aspects of the individual in the production of designs. Therefore, this study is conducted to propose the guidelines on ethical education design for creative industry programs in the institutions of higher learning. The objective of this study is to evaluate students' behavior towards design ethics among students of higher education institutions, evaluate teaching practices implemented by educators of higher education institutions as well as to assess challenges related to design ethics faced by creative industry professionals in submitting proposal regarding ethical education guidelines for creative industry programs. This study uses quantitative method which is the survey method in which questionnaires are distributed to respondents. For the sampling of studies, which is stratified sampling that refers to individual specific characteristic features in terms of his/her involvement in the creative industry. The numbers of respondents were 164 for the students, 108 respondents for the teaching staff and 89 respondents were from creative industry professionals. The findings of this study that are based on the mean value and standard deviation from the data collected through the survey study, show that students' behavior on ethical aspects is an important aspect of design ethics. Meanwhile, for the lecturers, the teaching practices implemented show that ethical aspects are a crucial element in the teaching sessions. Next, for the creative industry professionals, ethical aspects are considered as an important element in facing the challenges regarding design ethics. This is explained through the findings of students, lecturers and creative industry professionals through high recorded mean value. Therefore, it is clear that ethical aspects are a vital element to these three groups. Thus, a guideline on ethical education design for creative industry programs in institutions of higher learning is produced through the findings. Hence, this study provides a module on design ethics education that can be practiced in creative industry programs in Institutions of Higher Learning in Malaysia.

scholarly journals THE RELEVANCY OF SELF DEVELOPMENT AND ACADEMIC EXPATRIATES’ CAREER IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES OF MALAYSIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (37) ◽  
pp. 253-269
Author(s):  
Irma Wani Othman ◽  
Muhammad Safuan Yusoff ◽  
Mohd Sohaimi Esa ◽  
Mohd Azri Ibrahim ◽  
Budi Anto Mohd Tamring ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Host Country ◽  
Public Universities ◽  
Public Institutions ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Global Issue ◽  
Self Development ◽  
To Come ◽  
Depth Interviews

The presence of international staff or independent expatriate academicians in the cross border higher education world today is indeed a global issue that brings benefits to the development of higher education worldwide. The decision taken by independent expatriate academicians to come to the host country to pursue a career as an academician will certainly have useful implications on the career they are pursuing. Through in-depth interviews based on a qualitative approach adopted on thirty (30) selected voluntarily respondents in three public universities, the objective of this study was to find out the implications on self-development of careers as independent expatriate academicians serving in the host country. From the findings received as a result of the interviews conducted, the implications for self-development in terms of the career which could be seen were (I) Promotion (II) Lucrative income (III) Security in Malaysia and (IV) Harmony in the workplace. From each finding stated by the respondents involved, it had been proven that the decision was taken by independent expatriate academicians to the host country in pursuing a career as an academician had given the positive implication that indirectly brought benefits to themselves. The implications for self-development on a career as an independent expatriate academician were also able to lead to the retention of human resources of independent expatriate academicians which can reduce the turnover rate in an organisation such as academics in Malaysian Public Institutions of Higher Learning.

scholarly journals PELAKSANAAN PENGAJARAN DAN PEMBELAJARAN KURSUS PENGAJIAN MALAYSIA: KAJIAN TINJAUAN DI UNIVERSITI ISLAM ANTARA BANGSA SELANGOR

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hairol Anuar Hj Mak Din ◽  
Khairul Hamimah Mohd Jodi ◽  
Faridah Che Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Graduation Requirement ◽  
Teaching Aids ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Implementation Assessment ◽  
General Studies

The Malaysia  Education Blueprint 2015-2025 clearly shows the aspirations of the Higher Education Ministry on the importance of applying national identity among graduates at Higher Education Institutions. In line with the wishes, the course of Malaysia Studies is a major medium for the building of patriotism values among students. Hence, the Malaysian Studies Course was strengthened and used as one of the General Subjects (MPUs) conducted by all Institutions of Higher Learning. All citizens and non-citizens are required to attend and pass the Malaysian Studies Course as a graduation requirement. In order to make the course more interesting and interactive, the Teaching And Learning method is always improved to achieve the predetermined learning outcomes. Thus, a study using a quantitative approach has been undertaken to identify students' responses to the implementation of the Malaysian School of Excellence in KUIS. The Teaching And Learning implementation assessment for this course is based on scoring components, teaching staff and teaching aids. The findings show that Teaching And Learning implemented in Malaysian Studies courses is relevant and capable of applying the elements of identity and patriotism among students. Keywords: Teaching And Learning, General Studies subjects, Malaysian Studies Course

scholarly journals LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT PROFILES FOR THE INTERNATIONALIZATION OF IRANIAN HIGHER EDUCATION

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (1-1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatemeh Hamidifar ◽  
Kamaruzaman Yusoff ◽  
Mansoureh Ebrahimi
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Leadership Competencies ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Education ◽  
Leadership And Management ◽  
Effective Leaders ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Systematic Development

Ongoing efforts to strengthen internationalization have increased the numbers of international students in institutions of higher learning. Such inflows will clearly place local institutions on par with many of their international counterparts. This paper explores the significance of higher education’s internationalization with regard to leadership competencies and systems management. The objective is to examine a wide range of priorities that qualify a successful leader as well as an effective ‘systems profile’ for the internationalization of higher education and its profile on the internationalization of Iranian higher education. The authors analyze differences between leaders and managers as their core focus. Required criteria for effective leaders and team management are discussed with a specific view towards the internationalization of higher education. A qualitative approach applies and findings demonstrate how both leadership’s and management’s contributions and skills combine to accomplish the task. As a detailed synopsis, this paper provides prime incentive for future investigations of educational enterprises. It presents a substantiated framework for the systematic development of prudent internationalized institutions of higher education, particularly in Iran.

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