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Research Summary: Failure to Measure Learning Is Hurting Higher Education
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- Inside Higher Ed
- Summary & Analysis prepared by
- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- Research Summary / Knowledge Resource
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- 31 August 2026
- Last updated
- 22 September 2026
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- 1 min
- Publication type
- Knowledge Resource
- Availability
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Public skepticism regarding the value of higher education is increasing. This sentiment is attributed to a perceived lack of demonstrable evidence that educational institutions effectively impart the promised capabilities and skills to students.
Why it matters
The erosion of public trust in higher education's ability to deliver on its promises poses a significant strategic threat to the sector's sustainability and societal relevance. Demonstrating verifiable outcomes is crucial for maintaining public confidence, attracting investment, and ensuring the continued perceived value of academic credentials.
Key insights
- Public confidence in the value proposition of colleges and universities is declining.
- A key factor contributing to this decline is the inability of institutions to effectively measure and demonstrate student learning outcomes and skill development.
- The article implies that transparent measurement of learning could help restore public trust.
Source
Inside Higher Ed — https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/columns/tough-love/2026/08/31/higher-ed-needs-prove-students-are-learning-column
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