Analytic Quality Glossary

 

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Citation reference: Harvey, L., 2004–12, Analytic Quality Glossary, Quality Research International, http://www.qualityresearchinternational.com/glossary/

This is a dynamic glossary and the author would welcome any e-mail suggestions for amendments or additions. Page updated 25 January, 2012 copyright Lee Harvey 2004–12

 

 

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Provision

 

core definition

Provision is an all-encompassing term that refers to the learning opportunities, research and community activity offered/undertaken by an institution of higher education.

 

explanatory context

Provision, in specific contexts, may imply a subset of the all-encompassing meaning. For example, programme provision would imply the range of curricula, modes of study, teaching methods and learning support infrastructure.

 

analytical review

 The UK Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) (2011) states:

Provision: In the context of higher education, making courses available to students and supplying them with learning opportunities accordingly.

associated issues

 

related terms

 

sources

Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), 2011, Glossary, available at http://www.qaa.ac.uk/AboutUs/glossary/Pages/default.aspx, accessed 23 January 2012.


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