Why Higher Education Is Hard to Change and How to Change It

Higher education is a complex and dynamic system that has evolved over centuries. It is influenced by a wide range of factors, including social, economic, political, and technological forces. As a result, higher education is often slow to change, and even when changes are made, they can be difficult to sustain.

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

by Andrea Levy

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There are a number of reasons why higher education is hard to change. One reason is that it is a highly decentralized system. There is no single authority that can mandate changes across the entire system. Instead, change must be negotiated and implemented at the local level, which can be a time-consuming and challenging process.

Another reason why higher education is hard to change is that it is a highly regulated system. Governments and accrediting agencies set a wide range of rules and regulations that must be followed by colleges and universities. These regulations can make it difficult to implement new and innovative programs and practices.

Finally, higher education is a very expensive system. Colleges and universities rely on tuition and fees to cover their costs, and they are reluctant to make changes that might reduce their revenue. This can make it difficult to implement changes that would benefit students but that might not be financially feasible.

Despite the challenges, there are a number of ways to change higher education. One way is to build support for change from within the system. This can be done by engaging faculty, staff, students, and administrators in the change process and by providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed.

Another way to change higher education is to advocate for change from outside the system. This can be done by working with policymakers, the media, and the general public to raise awareness of the need for change and to build support for specific reforms.

Finally, it is important to be patient and persistent when working to change higher education. Change takes time, and there will be setbacks along the way. However, if we are committed to improving higher education, we must never give up.

Higher education is facing a number of challenges, but it is also a time of great opportunity. By understanding the challenges and opportunities for change, we can work together to create a higher education system that is more responsive to the needs of students and society.

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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