The aim of this article is to provide an introduction to the work of OECD in the field of education through its recent projects and reports. It makes no pretence to be exhaustive. It relies heavily on published results of international reviews and comparisons where relatively clear messages have been identified, rather than single country…

Purpose: The aim of this study is to show that it is not necessary to use one of the current models of quality management. Self-evaluation is to be considered as an essential practice for further education providers willing to improve their quality. The study aims to propose a quality framework with field-related criteria.…

All further education colleges in Scotland have arrangements that enable students to contribute to the improvement of the quality of their educational experience. These range from the informal contacts between staff and students to student membership of each college's board of management, which was provided for in legislation. Over the years…