In recent years, FE colleges have come to play an increasingly important role as providers of Higher Education programs. Aimed at senior managers, this book provides guidance and examples of good practice to support the provision of HE in FE colleges. It will address the key issues involved in doing so, including planning, organization, funding, staffing, teaching and quality assurance. Well-written and authoritative, this guide should prove essential reading for all senior managers in FE.
ForewordChapter 1 Introduction Part I: Contexts and Strategies Chapter 2 Changing Contexts Chapter 3 Changing Strategies Chapter 4 Alternative Futures Part II: Models and Infrastructures Chapter 5 Partnerships, Frameworks and Networks Chapter 6 Funding, Fees and Facilities Chapter 7 Management, Organisation and Staffing Chapter 8 Teaching, Learning and Scholarship Chapter 9 Quality Assurance, Quality Enhancement Part III: Issues and Questions Chapter 10 Sustainability Chapter 11 Distinctiveness Chapter 12 Leadership Chapter 13 Afterword