Fireside Chat with Three Vice Chancellors from Three Continents: Re-imagining Higher Education in Emerging Economies

Chattopadhyay, Atish; Kupe, Tawana; Schatzer, Nicolás Fernández; Mogaji, Emmanuel

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-88234-1_5

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“…It is the discretion of the university or the institution to offer such courses to the learners. Through ongoing discussions around adopting and implementing credit bank systems in higher education, this is still a gray area and needs further attention (Chattopadhyay et al ., 2022). To study this convoluted area, scholars have explored the relationship between higher education and micro-credentials as going beyond transcripts and as an alternative strategic system of offering credentials in specific universities (Ghasia et al ., 2019).…”

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Blended learning and augmented employability: a multi-stakeholder perspective of the micro-credentialing ecosystem in higher education

Sharma,

Jain,

Mogaji

et al. 2024

IJEM

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PurposeProponents of micro-credentials envision them as vehicles for upskilling or re-skilling individuals. The study examines how integrating micro-credentials in the higher education ecosystem enhances employability. It aims to offer insights from the perspective of stakeholders who may benefit from these credentials at an institutional or individual level.Design/methodology/approachOnline in-depth interviews are conducted with 65 participants from India, Nigeria, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom to explore how micro-credentials can be a valuable addition to the higher education ecosystem. A multi-stakeholder approach is adopted to collect data.FindingsThe analysis highlights two possible methods of integrating micro-credentials into the higher education ecosystem. First, micro-credentials-driven courses can be offered using a blended approach that provides a flexible learning path. Second, there is also the possibility of wide-scale integration of micro-credentials as an outcome of standalone online programs. However, the effectiveness of such programs is driven by enablers like student profiles, standardization and the dynamics of the labor market. Finally, the study stipulates that micro-credentials can enhance employability.Originality/valueThe study's findings suggest that, for successful integration of micro-credentials, an operational understanding of micro-credentials, their enablers and strategic deliberation are critical in higher education. Institutions must identify the determinants, address technological limitations and select a suitable delivery mode to accelerate integration. However, micro-credentials can augment employability, considering the increasing emphasis on lifelong learning. An overview of the findings is presented through a comprehensive framework.

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Blended learning and augmented employability: a multi-stakeholder perspective of the micro-credentialing ecosystem in higher education

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Jain,

Mogaji

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“…This entity, which might be designated the Student Wellbeing Office, will then be the contact point for students experiencing difficulties and seeking assistance. Universities should also implement a structure to allow non-discriminatory disclosure at the start of the university admission process (Courtney-Pratt et al, 2018), so that it is aware of the number of students with disabilities in a cohort and can determine how best to support them during their time at the university (Chattopadhyay, et al, 2022; Watat, et al, 2021).…”

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Enhancing the work placement experience of students with disabilities

Mogaji

Nguyen

2022

Industry and Higher Education

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Work placement learning enhances self-efficacy and work readiness for students. However, students with disabilities often have a different experience with regard to work placements. With a growing number of people with disabilities in universities, it is essential to provide students who have disabilities with an inclusive learning and working environment. Expanding on previous studies that have explored industrial work placement in higher education across different levels of disabilities, this study is contextualised in Nigeria and adopts an integrative literature review approach to critically review and synthesise the literature on student experience, disability, work placement and higher education in the country. This process enables the development of a new theoretical framework and perspective for enhancing the work placement experience of students with disabilities. The study contributes to the existing knowledge regarding work experience, students with disabilities and student experiences in developing countries. It also has practical implications for stakeholders involved in work placements for students with disabilities.

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“…The COVID-19 pandemic has changed consumer behavior and expectations with consequences for marketing practice. Higher education has not been immune to the pandemic's impact (Chattopadhyay et al, 2022). Consumers desire a stronger emotional connection with brands, stability, and value (Hoekstra & Leeflang, 2020).…”

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Co-creating a student-centered marketing plan for a small liberal arts college: an action research study

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Regional, private colleges that are heavily reliant on revenue from traditional, undergraduate students are facing mounting challenges in fulfilling their enrollment targets in an increasingly competitive educational landscape (Lederman, 2019). This scenario has placed a significant strain on the marketing function of these institutions, requiring it to be adapted and positioned in a manner that is capable of meeting both present and future enrollment and revenue goals. This study aimed to enhance marketing strategy and decision-making processes at a small liberal arts college located in the Northeastern United States. To achieve this objective, the study employed a two-cycle sequential action research design. In Cycle 1, first-year college students were engaged as participants in order to gain a deeper understanding of the college admissions process from their perspective. In Cycle 2, action steps were designed, executed, and evaluated to integrate the students' insights into the development of a student-centered marketing plan. The marketing plan was co-created by a group of 13 colleagues over the course of nine planning sessions and was presented to key leadership personnel and higher education marketers from outside of the institution for feedback. The assessment of the results of the study involved a comprehensive evaluation of the marketing planning process, including feedback from participants and collaborators/co-creators. The study concluded that effective marketing planning necessitates the creation of a coalition for change through interdepartmental collaboration and the establishment of a brave space, being intentionally student-centered in decision-making, and operationalizing change agency and student-centered practices among co-creators. The study's implications for the institution include the promotion of a more collaborative approach to strategic planning and the adoption of innovative methods for gathering and leveraging audience insights to inform decision-making processes. Additionally, the study resulted in the production of a playbook that can be utilized for future plan iterations and other marketing and functional planning initiatives.

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Fireside Chat with Three Vice Chancellors from Three Continents: Re-imagining Higher Education in Emerging Economies

Cited by 8 publications

References 22 publications

Blended learning and augmented employability: a multi-stakeholder perspective of the micro-credentialing ecosystem in higher education

Blended learning and augmented employability: a multi-stakeholder perspective of the micro-credentialing ecosystem in higher education

Enhancing the work placement experience of students with disabilities

Co-creating a student-centered marketing plan for a small liberal arts college: an action research study

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