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ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION

A Guide to Becoming a High-Performing Educational Institution

This Quick Insight explores the transformation of higher educational institutions into High-Performing Educational Institutions using a unique, evidence-based framework. It outlines six key building blocks, including strategic positioning and organizational strengthening, essential for achieving excellence in both educational and managerial aspects. The practicality of this approach is demonstrated through the case study of Hue University of Agriculture and Forestry. This Quick Insight is particularly valuable for educational leaders and policymakers focused on elevating institutional performance amidst current educational challenges.Evidence-Based Approach: The article proposes a scientifically-backed framework for transforming higher educational institutions into High-Performing Educational Institution.

« Research indicates that High-Performing Educational Institutions focus not just on teaching but also on organizational and managerial aspects. »

— André de Waal

KEY TAKEAWAYS: ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION – A Guide to Becoming a High-Performing Educational Institution

  1. Evidence-Based Approach: The article proposes a scientifically-backed framework for transforming higher educational institutions into High-Performing Educational Institution (or High Performance School).
  2. Six Building Blocks: The framework is built on six key building blocks —Defining the Strategic Position, Enhancing the Educational Aspect, Goal-Setting, Strengthening the Internal Organization, Implementation, and Monitoring—that serve as a comprehensive roadmap for institutional improvement.
  3. Strategic Alignment: The framework ensures that all levels of the organization, from senior management to individual units in the institution, are aligned with the institution’s overall strategy. This is crucial for effective implementation and achieving the institution’s mission.
  4. Balanced Focus: Unlike traditional approaches that focus mainly on educational quality, this framework emphasizes the importance of both educational and organizational excellence for achieving high performance.
  5. Practical Application: The case of Hue University of Agriculture and Forestry illustrates how the framework can be applied in real-world settings, making it not just theoretical but also practical.
  6. Iterative and Adaptable: The framework is designed to be flexible, allowing for ongoing monitoring and adjustments, making it adaptable to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by individual institutions.

Read (and share with your colleagues) the HPO Quick Insight ‘ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION – A Guide to Becoming a High-Performing Educational Institution’ via this link.

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