What Effect has the Increase in Managerialism and Accountability had on Pedagogy and Academic Freedom in the Higher Education Sector?
There is little doubt that the increase in managerialism and accountability in HE has an effect on pedagogic direction and academic freedom. Current research which considers whether the move to mass education has inevitable led to new management policy and practice will be presented. The workshop will then discuss and develop the issues that surround this viewpoint. Participants’ will be encouraged to share their own and their institutional perspectives. For example, debate may focus on issues around: ‘quality v creativity’ or ‘accountability v academic freedom’ or ‘education v business’.
The research discussed is part of an ongoing Doctorate in Education which is considering the professionalisation and future of HE in the UK.
Keywords: Managerialism, Accountability, Change Management, Culture, Academic Freedom, Professionalisation
William Fisher
Assistant Director in learning and teaching, CELT |
After 16 years in education and commerce in a variety of roles: including Insurance; Pharmaceutical and Chartered Accountancy, moved into full time education in 1987. Initially as a Senior Lecturer in Auditing and Financial Strategy before becoming a teaching fellow and then moving to CELT.
Whilst at the university an MSc in Psychology with Education was completed. Currently an EdD in Education is underway with particular interest in the managerialisation, change management and the professionalisation of Higher Education.
Ref: M06P0228