Missions of Universities, 1st ed. 2020 Past, Present, Future Higher Education Dynamics Series, Vol. 55
Coordonnateur : Engwall Lars
This book provides an analysis of university missions over time and space. It starts out by presenting a governance framework focusing on the demands on universities set by regulators, market actors and scrutinizers. It examines organizational structures, population development, the fundamental tasks of universities, and internal governance structures. Next, the book offers a discussion of the idea and role of universities in society, exploring concepts such as autonomy and universality, and the university as a transformative institute. The next four chapters deal with the development of universities from medieval times, through the Renaissance, towards the research universities in the nineteenth century in Europe and the United States. The following five chapters analyse recent developments of increasing external demands manifested through evaluations, accreditations and rankings, which in turn have had effects on the organization of universities. Topics discussed include markets,managers, globalization, consumer models and competition. The book concludes by a discussion and analysis of the future challenges of universities.
Date de parution : 05-2021
Ouvrage de 238 p.
15.5x23.5 cm
Date de parution : 05-2020
Ouvrage de 238 p.
15.5x23.5 cm
Disponible chez l'éditeur (délai d'approvisionnement : 15 jours).
Prix indicatif 147,69 €
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medieval universities and empirical research; universities during the renaissance; Humboldtian university; modern US universities; global markets for universities; accountability; rationalization; multiversity; 'Mode 2' society; The Idea and Role of Universities in Society; German Humboldt’s University: History and Topicality