Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Improving the Quality of Higher Education in Egypt Prof. Nadia Badrawi 2006 Chairperson of National Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee Director of Quality Assurance and Accreditation Project Prof. of Pediatrics, Cairo University

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Context 1.Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee 2.Key Features of the Egyptian System for QA 3.Phases of Implementation of the System 4.National Quality Assurance and Accreditation Agency 5.Good Practice of the Egyptian QA system

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee The National Committee (NQAAC) nominated by the Minister of Higher Education and State for Scientific Research

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi The committee is composed of 15members representing 15 state universities Nine members representing NGOs, private universities, stakeholders, SCU and other experts in quality assurance Most of the professions are represented in the committee National Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee (NQAAC)

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Mission of NQAAC “Ensure the best quality of education, commit to continuous improvement and efficient performance of Egyptian Higher Education Institutions, and solicit community confidence in their graduate’s caliber which fulfill international recognized standards”

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee NQAAC goals: ■ Create awareness of the culture of QA among HEIs and community ■ Preparation of higher education institutions for quality assurance and accreditation based on international good practices

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Objectives of NQAAC Participation in establishing a National Quality Assurance and Accreditation Agency Raise the level of confidence in the outcomes of higher education Establish a comprehensive national quality assurance and accreditation system Support the development of institutional quality assurance systems Enhance capacity building in quality assurance Facilitate the development and application of national reference standards Integrate a process combining the institutions ’ systems for quality assurance with external processes

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Quality Assurance & Accreditation (NQAAC Perspective) Quality assurance Quality enhancement Quality management

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi NQAAC Quality Model Design a model for QAA suitable to the Egyptian system of education and conforming with international standards aiming to be recognized regionally and internationally

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi International Relation of NQAAC Study different international models of Quality Assurance & Accreditation in the USA, Britain, Australia, France and New Zealand Establish relations with different organizations as UNESCO, OECD, ARADO, ALECSO,UNDP Collaboration with British consultants through the British Council in Egypt

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Building on Good Practice The main reference points are: CHEA in the USA INQAAA- working group on good practice ISO Professional Accreditation models such as in Computing and Engineering Akkreditierungsrat in Germany AUQA in Australia Quality Assurance Agency in UK

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Key Features of the System 1.Mission-sensitive 2.Evaluation framework 3.Published criteria 4.Internal systems generate review reports and action plans 5.Self-evaluation by institutions 6.External peer reviewers 7.Outcomes and process 8.Investment in capacity-building 9.Use evidence generated to inform concerned authorities in reforming legislation and policies

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Phases of Implementation of Egyptian QAA system 1.Transitional phase a- Internal Quality Assurance system b- Developmental Engagement 2. Accreditation phase

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Throughout the transitional period the institutions will be supported in the development of an internal quality assurance systems. At the same time, this period will witness the establishment and development of the Agency Transitional period

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Transitional Period a) Internal Quality Assurance System Development of a Strategic Plan for Quality Assurance in all Egyptian Universities Development of Academic Reference Standards Establishment of a sustainable QAA Centers in Egyptian Universities Establishment of an Internal Quality Assurance System in Egyptian schools and colleges

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Transitional Period b) Developmental Engagement To provide an opportunity for institutions to develop and test the effectiveness of both their quality system and solidity of their system

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Transitional Period b) Developmental Engagement Developmental engagements will not lead to accreditation It only includes reviewer judgment provided that the institution would have met both criteria of accreditation, and further improvement needed.

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Transitional Period b) Developmental Engagement Framework oAcademic Programmes Intended learning outcomes Curriculum Student assessment Student achievement oQuality of Learning Opportunities Teaching and learning Student support Learning resources oResearch and other Scholarly Activities oCommunity Involvement oEffectiveness of Quality Management and Enhancement Governance and leadership Quality assurance system Self-evaluation, plans and impact

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi The Developmental Engagement Process oThe evidence base starts with the products of internal reviews Annual faculty report Self evaluation documents (self study) Supporting documentation oPlanning of developmental engagement By NQAAA By review chair and peer reviewers By institution oInitial analysis by peer reviewers oEngagements (site visit) verify and/or generate additional evidence oConclusion by oral feed back followed by a report

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi 2.Accreditation Phase Accreditation key principles Launching the NQAAA law

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Accreditation: Key Principles Statement of principles. Sensitivity to national and regional contexts and cultures. Promoting good practices Criteria are clearly formulated and public. Decision-making open and transparent. Respect for institutional integrity and autonomy. Independence, impartiality, rigor, external reviewers. Adequate resources. System of appeal. “ The public face ” - Accountability of the Agency. Inter-agency exchange. Public disclosure

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi The NQAAA Law An independent body, affiliated to the cabinet and reporting directly to the President of Egypt, Parliament and to the Prime Minister. Includes all types of educational institution, Al Azhar (religious), schools and higher education whether governmental or private. Involves the Academic Community and other Key Stakeholders. Compulsory to all the educational institutions. Assurance the trust of the community in the outcomes of education on the national, regional and international level, without losing the national identity Evaluation and accreditation of the institutions and the academic programs

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi The NQAAA Law The agency shall have a board of directors formed by a presidential decree composed of 15 members System of appeal. Adequate resources. “The public face” - Accountability of the Agency. Inter-agency exchange. Demonstrates Openness, Transparency and Equity. Respect for institutional integrity and autonomy.

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Good practices of the Egyptian QA system 188 projects are engaged with NQAAC. We motivated 100% of Universities and 61% of the faculties to apply for projects faculty members attended the NQAAC awareness campaign faculty staff members participating in the projects of quality assurance.

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Good practices of the Egyptian QA system QAAP conducted site visits based on SED for 16 faculties engaged in developing an internal quality assurance system. Produced evidenced based reports that are used to inform universities and support capacity building and agenda for improvement. Trained 189 peer reviewers and 70 of them had -on-job-training. Established a network between reviewers, schools and QAAP Identified the challenges that the faculties face by evidence in the reports.

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Good practices of the Egyptian QA system 1.Consulting and involving the academic community in the initiatives 2.Investing in capacity building and training 3.Establishing from the start the highest standards of operation e.g. conduct of reviewers, accuracy of reports.

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Good practices of the Egyptian QA system 5.Making use of evidence-based information quickly and wisely. 5.Searching for global good practices and continuous networking 6.Using the transitional period effectively.

Cairo University/DAAD conference July,2006 Technical office: Dr. Nadia Badrawi Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Egypt A gateway towards total quality assurance A tool to improve the quality and relevance of education in Egypt A motivation for institutions to promote comprehensive educational processes and quality systems A method to raise the level of confidence in the institutions and their graduates

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