This book examines the concept of the democratization of governance in universities in Kenya with particular emphasis on students involvement in governance processes and decision making. Data were collected from members of the student community utilizing a structured self-administered questionnaire and from purposively selected key informants and focus group discussants drawn from Kenyatta University (representing the public sector) and the United States International University (representing the private sector). The guiding argument for the study was that shared governance, one of the principles of good governance, is critical in enabling the universities to deliver their visions and the missions effectively. The results revealed that while in principle, Kenyan universities have embraced democratic governance in which all stakeholders, including students, have a role to play, in practice they continue to violate the core principles of good governance, particularly shared governance. Specifically, students, who are major stakeholders in university education, are largely excluded from significant structures of governance thereby limiting their influence and participation. Although their representation is mainly provided via student self-governance organs (unions, associations and/or councils), their effectiveness is undermined considerably by the lack of trust and confidence of the student body and the unending manipulation by top university administrators and external political actors. Student active involvement in decision making is mainly confined to lower levels such as the school/faculty and departmental/programme. The authors call for a paradigm shift in the involvement of students in the governance of universities in ways that discourage the current culture of tokenism and political correctness that characterizes public and private universities in Kenya.

Using a range of international examples to compare the reality, purpose and effect of student engagement in universities across the globe, Student Engagement and Quality Assurance in Higher Education argues that teachers and students need to collaborate to improve the quality of university education and student learning. The growing trend of assessing and assuring quality in higher education is incredibly complex, as there are so many variables affecting both experiences and measures. With case studies from ten countries, covering a variety of cultural and environmental settings, this book focusses on ways of working with students to produce applicable, implementable strategies for universities the world over. Internationally applicable, this book presents ideas from a range of cultures, which can be adapted to be implemented in a variety of cultures. The reader is provided with a range of approaches where both the advantages and disadvantages are clearly presented. The ten case studies consider the macro, meso and micro levels of each approach, allowing for an exploration of the growing area of research and practice that is student–staff partnerships, showcasing ways of working with students to enhance engagement and quality, which are vital for a long-term approach. Focussing on one of the main reform topics for universities, Student Engagement and Quality Assurance in Higher Education is essential reading for educational researchers, institutional leaders and all concerned with the implementation and progression of student engagement and quality assurance in higher education.

Master's Thesis from the year 2021 in the subject Sociology - Work, Education, Organisation, grade: A, University of Zambia, language: English, abstract: The aim of the study was to enhance timely graduation of Postgraduate students at the Graduate School of Business. Based on the widespread perceptions that most Postgraduate (masters) students at the Graduate of Business (GSB) at the University of Zambia (UNZA) spend unusually long durations to complete their studies. The researcher decided to investigate these phenomena to identify factors responsible for extended completion or non-completion of Postgraduate students at Graduate School of Business. The study employed a mixed method study design because of its efficacy in rendering research findings credible and reliable. Data was obtained from Postgraduate students and Supervisors at the GSB. Structured survey questionnaires were administered to One hundred seventy-six (176) students, and semi-unstructured personal interviews were conducted with supervisors at GSB. Quantitative data was analysed using Social Package and Social Sciences (SPSS) version 16 and qualitative data was analysed using semantical content analysis.

"The next decade promises to be a challenging one for colleges and universities. This book explains why. It examines the political, economic, and demographic shifts putting pressure on the current system. The contributors discuss research universities, liberal-arts colleges, and community colleges... . The essays provide an informative historical guide of the past decade while also looking into the future of higher education."-Christian Science Monitor"An impressive collection of essays... . There is more than enough to interest almost any academic reader."-Eugene Arden, AcademeContributors: Philip G. Altbach • Alberta Arthurs • Eric Ashby • Ernest L. Boyer • David W. Breneman • Patrick M. Callan • Ladislav Cerych • Burton R. Clark • K. Patricia Cross • Marian Cleeves Diamond • Flora Mancuso Edwards • Roger L. Geiger • Lyman A. Glenny • Margaret Gordon • Joseph F. Kauffman • Leslie Koltai • Arthur Levine • Judith Block McLaughlin • James A. Perkins • David Riesman • Neil J. Smelse

V.1. National systems of higher education. v.2-3. Analytical perspectives. v.4. Academic disciplines and indexes.

A critical analysis of the development of education in Kenya between 1895 and 1991.

General study, political development, economic and social development, economic conditions, life style, Kenya - bibliography, maps, photographs, statistical tables.