ERIC Number: EJ1409924
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 7
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0790-8040
EISSN: EISSN-0790-8040
Caveat Lector: A Critique of the Current Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Statutory Quality Assurance Guidelines for Providers of Blended Learning Programmes (2018)
Gavan Sheridan
Adult Learner: The Irish Journal of Adult and Community Education, p116-122 2023
This is a critical reflection upon the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (2018) guidelines on blended learning from the perspective of a Further Education and Training practitioner. The purpose of the guidelines is set out and it is suggested that there is much to be welcomed here. The contested meaning of the term blended learning is explored and it is noted that the definition proffered by QQI is a false one. It is argued that the neoliberal language of these guidelines is contributing to performativity. Finally, there is comment upon how the guidelines address equality of opportunity.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Educational Quality, Qualifications, Quality Assurance, Guidelines, Blended Learning, Adult Education, Definitions, Language Usage, Neoliberalism, Accountability, Equal Education, Educational Opportunities, Diversity
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Ireland
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