The report examines the diversification of post-secondary education (PSE), including the variety of institutions, providers, and programs offered after secondary education. It discusses the expansion from elite to mass higher education and the growth of non-university sectors in many countries.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
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UNESCO |
| Authors: | Vitus Püttmann, N.v. Varghese |
| Geographic focus: | Global |
The research method involved a review of post-secondary education in several countries, leading to a classification of PSE institutions into four categories based on their characteristics and the levels of education they offer.
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The report provides a detailed analysis of the diversification trends in post-secondary education, considering the expansion of the system and its move from elite to mass education. It categorizes PSE institutions into universities, colleges/non-university institutions, tertiary short-cycle institutions, and post-secondary non-tertiary institutions. The paper highlights the role of diversification in responding to labor market demands and discusses the implications for economic development and social equity.
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Categories: English publication language | Global geographic scope | colleges | diversification | economic development | expansion of education. | futures | labor market | learning | non-tertiary institutions | post-secondary education | secondary education | social equity | tertiary short-cycle institutions | trends | universities