Educational development is a major issue for higher education institutions (HEIs). It constitutes a major part of the research work of many academics. This practical volume, written by experienced specialists in the field, is a guide to successfully managing an educational development project.
Educational development is a major issue for higher education institutions (HEIs). It constitutes a major part of the research work of many academics....
A lot hangs on the summative grades that students are given. A good degree opens doors which otherwise might remain closed. Yet, as higher education is now a mass rather than an elite system, what is expected of its graduates is different from the expectations of previous generations. Students are expected not only to be able to demonstrate high standards of academic achievement, but also a variety of capabilities that have at different times been given labels such as 'generic skills' and 'transferable skills'. These abilities are difficult to grade for a variety of reasons and some...
A lot hangs on the summative grades that students are given. A good degree opens doors which otherwise might remain closed. Yet, as higher educatio...