Contributions of Higher Education Reforms to Sustainable Development Goals: Some Examples and Experiences from the Department of Educational Administration and Leadership, Faculty of Education, University of Zimbabwe
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| Title: | Contributions of Higher Education Reforms to Sustainable Development Goals: Some Examples and Experiences from the Department of Educational Administration and Leadership, Faculty of Education, University of Zimbabwe |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Stephen M. Mahere (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Adult and Continuing Education. 2025 31(1):244-264. |
| 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: | 21 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Sustainable Development, Educational Change, Foreign Countries, Goal Orientation, Higher Education, State Departments of Education, Leadership, College Faculty, Administrators, Attitudes, Mentors, Partnerships in Education, Global Approach, Academic Degrees |
| Geographic Terms: | Zimbabwe |
| DOI: | 10.1177/14779714241261063 |
| ISSN: | 1477-9714 1479-7194 |
| Abstract: | This study investigates how higher education reforms (HERs) contributed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), illustrating by examples and experiences from the Department of Educational Administration and Leadership at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ). Zimbabwe adopted Vision 2030 to transform the country into an upper middle-income economy by 2030. The Ministry of Higher Education introduced Education 5.0, a framework for contributing to development and achievement of SDGs. Investigation employed qualitative research design. The UZ's mandate is pursued through Strategic Plan with objectives answering to call of Education 5.0. Department activities of how HERs contributed to SDGs are examined. "Strategic Objective 1" aims to promote programmatic approach to research. Collaborative research groups were established. "Strategic Objective 2" seeks to introduce degree programmes inspired by demands for technological advancement. The department introduced programmes that deliver goods and services. "Strategic Objective 3" aims to develop partnerships. The department established Zimbabwe Educational Management and Leadership Trust. "Strategic Objective 4" focuses on mentorship. The department introduced internship for teachers and school heads on M Ed programmes, facilitating acquisition of "hands-on practical experience." "Strategic Objective 5" aims to internationalise the UZ's programmes and research. Department members participated in international conferences and hosted international senior research fellows. Given dynamic technologically driven systems, university leaders were urged to upgrade ICT skills among higher education practitioners. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1464956 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This study investigates how higher education reforms (HERs) contributed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), illustrating by examples and experiences from the Department of Educational Administration and Leadership at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ). Zimbabwe adopted Vision 2030 to transform the country into an upper middle-income economy by 2030. The Ministry of Higher Education introduced Education 5.0, a framework for contributing to development and achievement of SDGs. Investigation employed qualitative research design. The UZ's mandate is pursued through Strategic Plan with objectives answering to call of Education 5.0. Department activities of how HERs contributed to SDGs are examined. "Strategic Objective 1" aims to promote programmatic approach to research. Collaborative research groups were established. "Strategic Objective 2" seeks to introduce degree programmes inspired by demands for technological advancement. The department introduced programmes that deliver goods and services. "Strategic Objective 3" aims to develop partnerships. The department established Zimbabwe Educational Management and Leadership Trust. "Strategic Objective 4" focuses on mentorship. The department introduced internship for teachers and school heads on M Ed programmes, facilitating acquisition of "hands-on practical experience." "Strategic Objective 5" aims to internationalise the UZ's programmes and research. Department members participated in international conferences and hosted international senior research fellows. Given dynamic technologically driven systems, university leaders were urged to upgrade ICT skills among higher education practitioners. |
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| ISSN: | 1477-9714 1479-7194 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/14779714241261063 |
