Objective and Goals:
Primary Objective: To support and enhance the international accreditation of engineering programs and the development of engineering educators register through targeted tools and strategies.
Key Goals:
- Develop and disseminate innovative tools and resources that support quality assurance and international accreditation in engineering education.
- Build capacity among engineering educators for meeting and exceeding international accreditation standards.
- Support ENAEE on the continuous development of a framework for the continuous improvement and adaptation of accreditation processes in response to evolving educational and technological trends.
Planned Activities:
• Tool Development Workshops: Conduct workshops focused on the creation of tools and resources for quality assurance and accreditation, such as self-assessment guides, best practice manuals, and digital assessment platorms.
• Capacity Building Programs: Design and implement training programs for engineering educators, focusing on accreditation standards, quality assurance methodologies, and educational best practices.
• Annual Conference Sessions: Host dedicated sessions at the SEFI annual conference to share advancements in tools and strategies for accreditation and educator’s recognised quality development.
Membership Engagement:
• Interactive Webinars and Forums: Organize regular webinars (once per semester) that include online forums for SEFI members to discuss challenges, share experiences, and gain insights into accreditation processes and educator development.
• Peer Review and Mentorship Networks: Establish a network of peer reviewers and mentors to support institutions and educators in their accreditation efforts.
• Feedback and Continuous Improvement: Implement mechanisms for regular feedback from members to continuously improve the tools and resources developed.
Collaboration Opportunities:
• Partnerships with Accrediting Bodies: Collaborate with ENAEE and other accrediting bodies to ensure the tools and strategies developed are aligned with international standards and expectations.
• Global Outreach Initiatives: Extend outreach to engineering education institutions worldwide, promoting the adoption of the developed tools and methodologies.
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