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A Whole of University Approach to Embedding Graduate Attributes: A Reflection

A Whole of University Approach to Embedding Graduate Attributes: A Reflection

Julie Fleming, Robyn Donovan, Colin Beer, Damien Clark
Copyright: © 2013 |Pages: 12
ISBN13: 9781466639782|ISBN10: 1466639784|EISBN13: 9781466639799
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-3978-2.ch020
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Fleming, Julie, et al. "A Whole of University Approach to Embedding Graduate Attributes: A Reflection." Global Challenges and Perspectives in Blended and Distance Learning, edited by J. Willems, et al., IGI Global, 2013, pp. 246-257. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-3978-2.ch020

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Fleming, J., Donovan, R., Beer, C., & Clark, D. (2013). A Whole of University Approach to Embedding Graduate Attributes: A Reflection. In J. Willems, B. Tynan, & R. James (Eds.), Global Challenges and Perspectives in Blended and Distance Learning (pp. 246-257). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-3978-2.ch020

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Fleming, Julie, et al. "A Whole of University Approach to Embedding Graduate Attributes: A Reflection." In Global Challenges and Perspectives in Blended and Distance Learning, edited by J. Willems, B. Tynan, and R. James, 246-257. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2013. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-3978-2.ch020

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Abstract

This chapter reflects on the processes involved in managing a curriculum mapping exercise aimed at integrating graduate attributes across CQUniversity’s undergraduate programs. Most of these programs are offered via distance education. Due to the complexity of program offerings and the dispersed campus locations, a whole of university approach was needed to address quality and consistency of graduate outcomes. In order to achieve this, an audit of existing course graduate attributes was conducted using an online mapping tool. While the whole of university approach served to provide cohesion within the project, there were some challenges regarding the perceived top-down approach. This chapter serves to inform senior management of the complexities of managing resistance to change within an academic community. It is envisaged that this reflection will assist with future projects that require a whole of university approach.

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