Philosophy of Higher Education Four pillars emerge from philosophy of education Importance of Philosophy of Education Need of the University Contribution of Universities in Different Areas Modes of the University Factors Influencing the Selection of Mode Open Learning Mode Functions of the University

1. ROLE OF THE UNIVERSITY
Presented by:
M. Ashraf Ch.

2. Rules for Online class
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3. Philosophy of Higher Education
Two Philosophies represent broad divisions of Higher
Education.
1. Liberal Arts Philosophy
○ To produce potential leaders of society
○ Education is the need of individual
○ As the pursuit of truth is the highest virtue that may be
found through the exercise of reason.
○ It is to enhance the capacity to lead a full life.

4. Philosophy of Higher Education
2. Vocational Philosophy.
○ Suitable for the followers
○ Essentials for the needs of society
○ To equip the individual with professional skills as the
nation needs trained manpower.
○ To improve man’s lot to move forward
○ This philosophy tends to political reconstruction.

5. Four pillars emerge from philosophy of
education
What is needed to cater the needs of today’s learners is proposed to be distilled into four categories.
1. Curriculum
2. Teaching Staff
3. Learning Environment
4. Learning Community/Cadre

6. Importance of Philosophy of Education
Philosophy of education is very important as all educational theories arise
from philosophy. If we are able to examine the philosophy of education, we
can easily see how different theories oppose or complement each other.
Therefore, an understanding of educational philosophy is helpful in
directing and presenting a critique on development of educational theories.
Philosophy is also important for promotion of professional and
philosophical activities.

7. Need of the University
University education is more than the next level in the learning process; it is a critical
component of human development worldwide. It provides not only the high-level
skills necessary for every labor market but also the training essential for teachers,
doctors, nurses, civil servants, engineers, humanists, entrepreneurs, scientists, social
scientists, and a myriad of other personnel. It is these trained individuals who
develop the capacity and analytical skills that drive local economies, support civil
society, teach children, lead effective governments, and make important decisions
which affect entire societies.

8. Importance of University Education
1. Effects on Economic Field
2. Effects on Quality of Life

9. Contribution of Universities in Different Areas
1. Education
2. Research
3. Innovation
4. Public Engagement
5. International Engagements

10. Modes of the University
1. Traditional University (for teaching and research)
General knowledge of arts, Sciences and Social Studies.
2. 2nd Model emphasizes training for development jobs with needs (Job oriented) of
society.
e.g. Medical Faculty at the university of Sindh.

11. Modes of the University
3. In a 3rd model the institution furnishes advice to government and development
Planners.
e.g . University of Nairobi in Kenya and at Addis Ababa university in Ethiopia.
4. A 4th model is to direct public policy, training and action.
Academy of Philippines, Agriculture university, Tando Jam etc.

12. Modes of the University
The modes of university education are as listed below:
1. Face-to face
2. Distance
3. Online

13. Factors Influencing the Selection of Mode
factors that influence the selection of mode can be:
Employment Time constraints
Personal context Flexibility of choice
Gender differences

14. Open Learning Mode
Open learning is a term that includes a number of alternative
educational systems. It is variously known as:
Distance Learning (This is often replaced by open learning).
Correspondence Study (used specially in Australia).
Home or Independent Study (An American Term).
Non-Traditional Studies (Outreach Programs, Off-Campus)

15. Importance of Open Learning Mode
1. Separation of Teacher and Student
2. Selection and Preparation of Learning Material
3. Participation in an Industrialized Form of Education
4. Two-Way Communication
5. Use of Technical Media
6. Teaching Students as Individuals

16. Functions of the University
1. Academic Leadership
2. Professional Development
3. Technological Training and Development
4. General Higher Education

17. Recommendations to Enhance Functionality of
University Education
1. Universities are unique kinds of global institutions.
2. Universities must adapt and innovate.
3. Universities must embrace their cultural, socioeconomic and
physical setting
4. Universities must focus on the individual.
5. Universities must become effective partners for global
development.

18. Thank you for the listening