Author(s): Radu M. Damian
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Keywords: Higher education institution; Adaptation; Innovation; Quality; Research; Managementstudents support; Students mobility; Practical training; Resource based learning; Information technology; E-learning
Abstract: The concept of effectiveness in Higher Education is presented and commented. The main items to characterize effectiveness are introduced: correct orientation of the study directions, rapid integration of graduates on the labor market, internationally recognized results in advanced research, performing management of resources, students and staff participation to international academic exchange, high performance in student support and services. Quality in HE is discussed, as well as the relationship between undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education. The role of practical training is underlined. Attention is given to higher education ability to adapt itself to change, including extensive use of resource based learning, information technology, e-learning. In conclusion, the impact on universities of mass education is discussed. The presentation is general, but some examples are taken from topics related to environment water.
Year: 2003