Mobilizing University Futures: A Blueprint for Change
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| Title: | Mobilizing University Futures: A Blueprint for Change |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Timothy Read (ORCID |
| Source: | Policy Futures in Education. 2025 23(7):1364-1381. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 18 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Evaluative |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Higher Education, Futures (of Society), Economic Factors, Labor Force, COVID-19, Pandemics, Information Technology, Educational Innovation, Holistic Approach, Educational Finance, Educational Change |
| DOI: | 10.1177/14782103251341405 |
| ISSN: | 1478-2103 |
| Abstract: | This paper addresses the pressing challenges and uncertainties faced by higher education institutions (HEIs) worldwide. It analyzes recent global disruptions--including economic instability, evolving labor market demands, the impacts of the pandemic, and rapid technological advancements--and assesses their effects on traditional educational models. Through an extensive review of literature, the authors identify four primary challenges: institutional reputation and competition, financial stability, technological and pedagogical innovation, and holistic support for staff and students. A strategic blueprint for HEI leaders is proposed, emphasizing agile leadership, digital integration, diversified credential offerings, and proactive geopolitical engagement. It promotes a transformation that aligns with future societal and workforce needs, proposing practical action steps to build adaptive and responsive HEIs prepared for the complexities of 2050 and beyond. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1484513 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This paper addresses the pressing challenges and uncertainties faced by higher education institutions (HEIs) worldwide. It analyzes recent global disruptions--including economic instability, evolving labor market demands, the impacts of the pandemic, and rapid technological advancements--and assesses their effects on traditional educational models. Through an extensive review of literature, the authors identify four primary challenges: institutional reputation and competition, financial stability, technological and pedagogical innovation, and holistic support for staff and students. A strategic blueprint for HEI leaders is proposed, emphasizing agile leadership, digital integration, diversified credential offerings, and proactive geopolitical engagement. It promotes a transformation that aligns with future societal and workforce needs, proposing practical action steps to build adaptive and responsive HEIs prepared for the complexities of 2050 and beyond. |
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| ISSN: | 1478-2103 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/14782103251341405 |
