Why Higher Education Is Hard To Change And How To Change It

Higher education is facing a number of challenges, including rising costs, declining enrollment, and increasing competition from online learning. These challenges are making it difficult for colleges and universities to change, but change is necessary if they want to survive.

Why is higher education hard to change?

There are a number of reasons why higher education is hard to change. One reason is that colleges and universities are complex organizations with a variety of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni. Each of these stakeholders has their own interests and priorities, and it can be difficult to get everyone on the same page when it comes to change.

The Instruction Myth: Why Higher Education is Hard to Change, and How to Change It

by Andrea Levy

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Another reason why higher education is hard to change is that it is a highly regulated industry. Colleges and universities are subject to a variety of laws and regulations, which can make it difficult to implement new ideas.

Finally, higher education is a tradition-bound industry. Many colleges and universities have been around for centuries, and they are often reluctant to change their ways. This can make it difficult to implement new ideas, even if they are proven to be more effective.

How to change higher education

Despite the challenges, there are a number of things that colleges and universities can do to make change easier.

Create a shared vision for the future of higher education.

The first step to changing higher education is to create a shared vision for the future. This vision should be based on the needs of students and the changing landscape of the 21st century. Once a shared vision is in place, colleges and universities can begin to develop a strategic plan that outlines the steps that need to be taken to achieve the vision.

Develop a strategic plan that outlines the steps that need to be taken to achieve the vision.

A strategic plan is a roadmap for change. It should identify the goals that need to be achieved, the strategies that will be used to achieve the goals, and the resources that will be needed to implement the strategies. The strategic plan should be developed with the input of all stakeholders, and it should be regularly reviewed and updated as needed.

Engage stakeholders in the change process.

It is important to engage stakeholders in the change process from the very beginning. This will help to ensure that everyone is on the same page and that they are committed to the change effort. Colleges and universities should provide stakeholders with information about the change process, and they should give them opportunities to provide feedback and input.

Provide resources to support change.

Colleges and universities need to provide resources to support change. This may include financial resources, human resources, or technological resources. Colleges and universities should also create a culture that is supportive of change. This means that they should encourage innovation and experimentation, and they should be willing to take risks.

Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed.

It is important to monitor progress and make adjustments as needed. This will help to ensure that the change effort is on track and that it is achieving the desired results. Colleges and universities should collect data on a regular basis to track progress, and they should be willing to make changes to the change process as needed.

By following these steps, colleges and universities can increase their chances of successfully changing and meeting the challenges of the 21st century.

Higher education is facing a number of challenges, but change is possible. By creating a shared vision, developing a strategic plan, engaging stakeholders, providing resources, and monitoring progress, colleges and universities can increase their chances of successfully changing and meeting the challenges of the 21st century.

The Instruction Myth: Why Higher Education is Hard to Change, and How to Change It

by Andrea Levy

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1761 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	331 pages
Paperback	:	312 pages
Item Weight	:	14.7 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.71 x 9 inches

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