http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/ Sat, 19 May 2012 10:15:00 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/69-tertiary-education-leadership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/69-tertiary-education-leadership First module in Brisbane will feature QUT Vice-Chancellor Prof. Peter Coaldrake and USQ Vice-Chancellor Prof. Jan Thomas. Tue, 15 May 2012 14:14:24 +1000 http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/about-massey/news/article.cfm?mnarticle_uuid=DCED506A-0E39-7AD4-1868-9EEDBD78FF2B http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/about-massey/news/article.cfm?mnarticle_uuid=DCED506A-0E39-7AD4-1868-9EEDBD78FF2B Massey University policy analyst Kayrn Kee is the first Māori to graduate from our Master of Tertiary Education Management course. Thu, 10 May 2012 12:24:42 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/multimedia/4-interview-bill-massy-on-improving-productivity http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/multimedia/4-interview-bill-massy-on-improving-productivity During his stay in Melbourne recently, Professor Bill Massy (Stanford), talks on camera about his approaches on improving productivity. Wed, 02 May 2012 14:47:08 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/206-lhmi-and-aheia-sign-agreement-to-deliver-programs-on-hr-and-industrial-relations http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/206-lhmi-and-aheia-sign-agreement-to-deliver-programs-on-hr-and-industrial-relations Agreement will enable collaboration where both organisations' responsibilities overlap. Wed, 02 May 2012 13:39:37 +1000 http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/691A30DBBB042C22/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/691A30DBBB042C22/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ Features opinion pieces by tertiary education leaders and experts and upcoming programs at the LH Martin Institute. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:56:48 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/67-thought-leaders-series-what-is-industry-currency http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/67-thought-leaders-series-what-is-industry-currency Jointly hosted with the TDC, this forum is for leaders and managers in the VET/TAFE sector. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:48:27 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/201-registrations-closing-soon-for-programs-in-may-register-today http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/201-registrations-closing-soon-for-programs-in-may-register-today Interested in attending our Leadership Programs and Short Courses in May? Register today or contact us for more information. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:21:52 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/200-easter-office-hours http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/200-easter-office-hours The LH Martin Institute will be closed from Friday, 6 April to Tuesday, 10 April. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:31:44 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/64-executive-leadership-management-in-research http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/64-executive-leadership-management-in-research Dr Amanda Caples (Vic Dept. of Business and Innovation) and Dr Geoff Garrett (Qld Chief Scientist) join the program line-up. Register today! Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:26:14 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/83-university-deregulation-and-the-politics-of-funding http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/83-university-deregulation-and-the-politics-of-funding Bruce Muirhead on why universities need to professionalise their relationship with government. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:02:05 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/197-vote-in-our-inaugural-leadership-poll-extended http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/197-vote-in-our-inaugural-leadership-poll-extended Which is the best leadership movie you have watched? Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:29:40 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/196-the-lh-martin-institute-congratulates-peter-nolan-our-first-phd-graduate http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/196-the-lh-martin-institute-congratulates-peter-nolan-our-first-phd-graduate Peter Nolan received his PhD last Friday, 16 March, becoming the LH Martin Institute's first PhD graduate since its inception in 2008. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:27:59 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/81-student-and-teaching-staff-trends-in-selected-australian-universities http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/81-student-and-teaching-staff-trends-in-selected-australian-universities Frank Larkins analyses how nine Australian universities coped with student growth. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:19:56 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/82-formal-academic-workload-allocation-models-an-agnostics-pragmatic-perspective http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/82-formal-academic-workload-allocation-models-an-agnostics-pragmatic-perspective Professor Mike Ewing doesn't believe in formal workload allocation models--and tells us why. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:33:27 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/80-women-choice-and-promotion-why-women-are-still-a-minority-in-the-professoriate http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/80-women-choice-and-promotion-why-women-are-still-a-minority-in-the-professoriate Dr Joanne Pyke investigates women's aspirations for promotion in academia. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:04:16 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/79-new-zealands-tertiary-educational-performance-indicators http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/03/79-new-zealands-tertiary-educational-performance-indicators Vice-Chancellor of Massey University, Hon. Steve Maharey, on whether current indicators actually measure what their names suggest. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:38:42 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs Starts in May. Register today! Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:21:13 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/65-executive-leadership-management-in-international-education http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/65-executive-leadership-management-in-international-education Starts in May. Register today! Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:12:38 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/33-budgeting-financial-management-for-tertiary-education-managers http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/33-budgeting-financial-management-for-tertiary-education-managers Includes discussions on current funding issues in the sector and alternative budgeting techniques. Register today! Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:29:13 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-and-media/enewsletter http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-and-media/enewsletter Includes new Insights blog posts, information on the LH Martin Award for Excellence in Leadership and upcoming programs and events. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:29:58 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/78-women-and-work-in-australia http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/78-women-and-work-in-australia Mary Leahy on the barriers for women's progression in universities (and other employers). Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:07:08 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/76-new-survey-adds-to-our-knowledge-of-qualifications-and-work http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/76-new-survey-adds-to-our-knowledge-of-qualifications-and-work Dr Nick Fredman on the links between people’s qualifications and their working lives. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:34:52 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/77-assuring-the-quality-of-new-zealand-universities http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/77-assuring-the-quality-of-new-zealand-universities Penny Fenwick and Dr Jan Cameron write on our blog about the unique quality assurance model adopted in New Zealand. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:16:18 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/75-how-should-academic-staffing-trends-be-analysed http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/02/75-how-should-academic-staffing-trends-be-analysed Professor Frank Larkins' response to an assertion that his earlier analysis on staffing trends was inaccurate. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:34:34 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/183-the-lh-martin-award-for-excellence-in-leadership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/183-the-lh-martin-award-for-excellence-in-leadership An award for those who challenges current thinking, inspires, motivates and forms strong teams, and communicates a vision. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:16:31 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/userfiles/files/about-us/LHMI-Overview-2012-web.pdf http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/userfiles/files/about-us/LHMI-Overview-2012-web.pdf Read our 2012 Overview booklet for an outline of current and planned activities for the year. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:58:49 +1100 http://www.uv.uio.no/english/research/groups/heik/heik-working-paper-series/2012/heikwp2012_01.html http://www.uv.uio.no/english/research/groups/heik/heik-working-paper-series/2012/heikwp2012_01.html Read Leo Goedegebuure's paper on institutional mergers over the last two decades, published recently by the University of Oslo. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:43:26 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/blog/analysis/comment/one-campus-with-different-goals/ http://www.campusreview.com.au/blog/analysis/comment/one-campus-with-different-goals/ Dr Nick Fredman writes about the new types of provision emerging as unis, TAFEs and private providers move into each other’s territory. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:54:22 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/education/experts-say-loan-plan-for-vocational-diplomas-will-increase-students-payments/story-fn59nlz9-1226260012662 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/education/experts-say-loan-plan-for-vocational-diplomas-will-increase-students-payments/story-fn59nlz9-1226260012662 Leesa Wheelahan on the Australian government's plan to introduce income-contingent loans for vocational diplomas. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:33:21 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/69-tertiary-education-leadership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/69-tertiary-education-leadership This program is designed for those responsible for the implementation of corporate strategy, including general and portfolio Heads/Managers. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:25:51 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/68-seminar-performance-based-funding-quality-and-institutional-profiling-in-tertiary-education-a-comparative-study http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/68-seminar-performance-based-funding-quality-and-institutional-profiling-in-tertiary-education-a-comparative-study Free lunchtime seminar. 12-2pm, 14 February at the LH Martin Institute, Level 1, 715 Swanston St., Carlton VIC 3053. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:31:24 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/01/74-the-new-zealand-universities-academic-workforce-planning-project http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/01/74-the-new-zealand-universities-academic-workforce-planning-project Kevin Seales, Director of Human Resources for the University of Otago, on the future viability of the sector’s academic workforce. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:09:02 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/01/73-quality-assurance-in-hong-kong-higher-education-an-east-west-approach http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2012/01/73-quality-assurance-in-hong-kong-higher-education-an-east-west-approach Rosalind Chan discusses how quality assurance exercises have evolved in Hong Kong higher education. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:46:24 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/174-registrations-now-open-for-confirmed-2012-programs http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/174-registrations-now-open-for-confirmed-2012-programs You can now register for all confirmed 2012 programs. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:45:08 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion/grappling-with-the-fallout-as-the-sectors-begin-to-blur/story-e6frgcko-1226246666891 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion/grappling-with-the-fallout-as-the-sectors-begin-to-blur/story-e6frgcko-1226246666891 Leesa Wheelahan writes about the blurring divide between vocational and higher education. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:25:35 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/33-budgeting-financial-management-for-tertiary-education-managers http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/33-budgeting-financial-management-for-tertiary-education-managers Budgeting & Financial Management for Tertiary Education Managers will take place 7-8 May in Sydney. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:32:01 +1100 http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/98DD8B8424BB663D/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/98DD8B8424BB663D/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ Please note that we will be closed on Friday, 23 December 2011 and re-open on Tuesday, 3 January 2012. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:56:37 +1100 http://www.facebook.com/lhmartininstitute http://www.facebook.com/lhmartininstitute Photos from graduation day on December 17 are up on our Facebook page. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:59:20 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/169-confirmed-2012-programs http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/169-confirmed-2012-programs Information on some of our 2012 programs are now available. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:49:16 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/victorian-spike-clouds-abs-figures/story-e6frgcjx-1226216479064 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/victorian-spike-clouds-abs-figures/story-e6frgcjx-1226216479064 Leesa said the available evidence suggested contestable funding arrangements hadn’t made much difference to overall training effort. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:09:57 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/167-survey-should-there-be-a-national-vet-professional-body http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/167-survey-should-there-be-a-national-vet-professional-body To sound out the viability and form of a professional association, the TDC has funded a scoping study which includes this online survey. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:37:23 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/166-position-vacant-program-and-events-assistant http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/166-position-vacant-program-and-events-assistant We are currently advertising for a new Program and Events Assistant. Applications close 31 December 2011. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:48:26 +1100 http://apo.org.au/guide/women-and-work-australia http://apo.org.au/guide/women-and-work-australia Mary Leahy writes about how ‘women and work’ remains an issue because the allocation of paid and unpaid work is still inequitable. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:17:10 +1100 http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/E5B3F9367B3E9F7C/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/E5B3F9367B3E9F7C/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ Final edition of the year includes some tips on working with Gen Y and an overview of recent changes faced by NZ universities. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:33:29 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/70-overseas-students-help-boost-australian-universities-research-profile http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/70-overseas-students-help-boost-australian-universities-research-profile Frank Larkins' latest analysis of higher education research policy has found a significant rise in overseas students' contribution. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:11:04 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/72-new-ways-of-education-management-y-wait http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/72-new-ways-of-education-management-y-wait Victoria University's Jan Stevenson offers some tips on working with Gen Y. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:43:45 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/71-the-nz-university-system-shifts-gear http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/71-the-nz-university-system-shifts-gear Victoria University of Wellington Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pat Walsh writes about changes and challenges faced by NZ's universities. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:54:22 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion/uq-case-seems-clear-enough/story-e6frgcko-1226197849022 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion/uq-case-seems-clear-enough/story-e6frgcko-1226197849022 Drawing parallels to a similar case in 2002, he suggests that the issues raised in the UQ case are being properly addressed. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:29:44 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/call-to-privatise-tafes-as-student-numbers-fall-dramatically/story-e6frgcjx-1226196035606 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/call-to-privatise-tafes-as-student-numbers-fall-dramatically/story-e6frgcjx-1226196035606 Leesa said it was "taking marketisation reforms to their logical conclusion". Fri, 18 Nov 2011 09:36:03 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/69-is-the-quality-assurance-role-of-university-academic-boards-symbolic-or-real http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/11/69-is-the-quality-assurance-role-of-university-academic-boards-symbolic-or-real Deakin University's Julie Rowlands questions whether academic boards are fulfilling their responsibilities for academic quality assurance. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:53:09 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/postgraduate-award-programs/54-master-of-tertiary-education-management-2012 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/postgraduate-award-programs/54-master-of-tertiary-education-management-2012 Applications for 2012 intake are now accepted up until 5 December. Apply today! Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:52:59 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/62-thought-leaders-series-where-is-the-knowledge-in-vet-qualifications http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/62-thought-leaders-series-where-is-the-knowledge-in-vet-qualifications 5.30pm-8.00pm, 17 Nov 2011. This forum will focus on how RTOs should ensure both skills and knowledge are developed in learners/workers. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:24:32 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/postgraduate-award-programs/54-master-of-tertiary-education-management-2012 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/postgraduate-award-programs/54-master-of-tertiary-education-management-2012 Apply by Monday, 14 November. Enquiries can be directed to Program Director Dr Geoff Sharrock at gksh@unimelb.edu.au. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:34:42 +1100 http://www.improvingstudentengagement.com/ http://www.improvingstudentengagement.com/ Presented by the Australian Council for Educational Research. 22-23 November, Novotel on Collins, Melbourne. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:33:42 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/68-multisectoral-education-why-bother http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/68-multisectoral-education-why-bother Prof Anne Jones of Victoria University writes on our blog about why we should consider a different type of multisectoral university. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:43:12 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/65-academic-staffing-trends-at-what-cost-to-teaching-and-learning-excellence http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/65-academic-staffing-trends-at-what-cost-to-teaching-and-learning-excellence Emeritus Prof. Frank Larkins' latest analysis reveals concerning trends in staff workloads and their impact on teaching and learning. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:33:48 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/151-lh-martin-institute-and-tdc-sign-mou-to-further-strengthen-partnership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/151-lh-martin-institute-and-tdc-sign-mou-to-further-strengthen-partnership The Memorandum of Understanding formalises existing partnership and enhances effort to improve tertiary education in Victoria. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:43:44 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/academics-are-an-unhappy-lot/story-e6frgcjx-1226177162732 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/academics-are-an-unhappy-lot/story-e6frgcjx-1226177162732 Joint research by Dr Nick Fredman found academics to be dissatisfied with senior management and higher education policies. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:25:42 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/67-internalising-quality-assurance http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/67-internalising-quality-assurance Ian Gostelow writes on our blog about his grapple with quality assurance and, along the way, discovering its real meaning for education. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:47:33 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/52-2011-conference-assessing-higher-education-performance-initiatives-and-implications http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/52-2011-conference-assessing-higher-education-performance-initiatives-and-implications Download presentations by our speakers from the conference page. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 09:35:53 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/66-higher-education-in-english-further-education-colleges-protect-and-grow http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/10/66-higher-education-in-english-further-education-colleges-protect-and-grow Martin Doel OBE writes about the increased emphasis on diversity of supply within UK higher education. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:28:53 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/skill-reform-stoush/story-e6frgcjx-1226172111688 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/skill-reform-stoush/story-e6frgcjx-1226172111688 Leesa questions the latest changes introduced by the Coalition Government. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:35:11 +1100 http://www.tda.edu.au/cb_pages/files/TDA-OCC9.pdf http://www.tda.edu.au/cb_pages/files/TDA-OCC9.pdf Joint occasional paper on the effects of higher education expansion in Anglophone countries from vocational education's perspective. Fri, 21 Oct 2011 15:04:55 +1100 http://twitter.com/lhmartininst http://twitter.com/lhmartininst Conference starts at 9am AEDT on Oct 20. Join in the discussions by including #lhmiconf2011 on your tweets. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:18:52 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/28-senior-strategic-leadership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/28-senior-strategic-leadership This program features The University of Western Australia VC Prof. Alan Robson as mentor-in-residence. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:52:51 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/64-u-map-and-u-multirank-measuring-complexity-in-higher-education http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/64-u-map-and-u-multirank-measuring-complexity-in-higher-education Linda Kristjanson writes exclusively for our blog about university performance measurement. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:09:46 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/60-thought-leaders-series-do-we-need-a-national-professional-association-for-vet http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/60-thought-leaders-series-do-we-need-a-national-professional-association-for-vet Denise Stevens (TDC) and Gavin Moodie (RMIT) discuss the above question. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:31:17 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/60-university-discipline-diversity-matters-for-research-excellence http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/60-university-discipline-diversity-matters-for-research-excellence Frank Larkins writes about the correlation between quality of research performance and the diversity of the research effort. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:39:22 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-and-media/enewsletter http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-and-media/enewsletter Featuring articles by Linda Kristjanson and Linda Butler plus Frank Larkins' latest analysis on Australian higher education research policy. Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:11:31 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/58-teaching-at-the-vet-higher-education-interface-experts-from-the-us-and-canada http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/58-teaching-at-the-vet-higher-education-interface-experts-from-the-us-and-canada Listen to Leesa's presentation at the'Teaching at the VET - Higher Education interface: experts from the US and Canada' seminar on Sep 8. Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:31:53 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/61-u-map-and-u-multirank-new-european-transparency-instruments-for-higher-education http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/61-u-map-and-u-multirank-new-european-transparency-instruments-for-higher-education Jon File on U-Map and U-Multirank. Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:20:51 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/59-the-europe-of-knowledge http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/09/59-the-europe-of-knowledge Frans van Vught writes about the EU's strategy to close the innovation gap with the USA and Japan. Mon, 19 Sep 2011 09:23:11 +1000 http://www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/research/res_seminars/issues_ideas/2011/seminar_pages/Sem19Sept2011.html http://www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/research/res_seminars/issues_ideas/2011/seminar_pages/Sem19Sept2011.html 'University missions and strategies in a mixed economy of higher learning'. Monday, 19 September at 12.30pm. Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:34:01 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/27-executive-leadership-management-in-research http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/27-executive-leadership-management-in-research Prof Ian Chubb AC will be a guest speaker at our Executive Leadership & Management in Research program on Sep 21 in Sydney. Register today. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:47:35 +1000 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/victorias-latest-offering-aceniversity/story-e6frgcjx-1226131736146 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/victorias-latest-offering-aceniversity/story-e6frgcjx-1226131736146 Regarding partnership between Box Hill Institute and the Centre for Adult Education. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:56:32 +1000 http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=417272&c=1 http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=417272&c=1 In response to a suggestion that proposals for a code of conduct arise from a pervading "status anxiety" among academics. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:13:42 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/60-thought-leaders-series-do-we-need-a-national-professional-association-for-vet http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/60-thought-leaders-series-do-we-need-a-national-professional-association-for-vet Featuring speakers from the VET sector and leading professional associations. 5-8pm, 13 September 2011. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:33:15 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/31-moving-into-management http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/31-moving-into-management Registrations now close on 23 September. Apply today. Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:04:40 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/129-lh-martin-institute-and-atem-join-forces-in-an-australian-first http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/129-lh-martin-institute-and-atem-join-forces-in-an-australian-first Innovative project launched to develop on-line training modules for tertiary education management professionals. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 11:08:42 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/08/56-modernizing-higher-education-programs-in-europe-not-without-tuning http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/08/56-modernizing-higher-education-programs-in-europe-not-without-tuning How one project is helping institutions implement their Bologna targets. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:49:29 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/08/55-thinking-about-ses-equity http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/08/55-thinking-about-ses-equity Glyn Davis writes about the enduring status quo in the university sector. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:30:46 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/08/57-2010-excellence-in-research-for-australia-exercise-what-has-been-learned http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/insights-blog/2011/08/57-2010-excellence-in-research-for-australia-exercise-what-has-been-learned Frank Larkins' analysis on the outcome of the ERA in 2010. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:25:45 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/31-moving-into-management http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/31-moving-into-management Registrations close 2 September, unless filled earlier. Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:19:04 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/58-teaching-at-the-vet-higher-education-interface-expert-view-from-the-us http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/58-teaching-at-the-vet-higher-education-interface-expert-view-from-the-us This seminar will discuss challenges and issues in teacher education qualifications for community college teachers in the US and Canada. Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:05:06 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/36-engaging-with-politics-the-art-and-necessity-of-government-relations http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/36-engaging-with-politics-the-art-and-necessity-of-government-relations Registration closes on August 26. Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:21:33 +1000 http://youtu.be/N4_23vl-wHk http://youtu.be/N4_23vl-wHk Watch the latest seminar in the Tertiary Education Policy Seminar series. Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:04:33 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/40-developing-a-scholarly-culture http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/40-developing-a-scholarly-culture Gain the confidence and knowledge to write an abstract and academic paper, and learn more about the publication process. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:44:42 +1000 http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/0CB053C2C0D051FB/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ http://edfac.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailArchive/r/0CB053C2C0D051FB/C67FD2F38AC4859C/ Featuring articles on what's driving the mixed sector and an analysis on Australian higher education research policy. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:39:13 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/119-call-to-participate-redesign-projects-for-james-cook-university-and-australian-catholic-university http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/119-call-to-participate-redesign-projects-for-james-cook-university-and-australian-catholic-university New, university-wide initiatives to redesign undergraduate subjects using technology-supported active learning strategies. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:01:01 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/34-enhancing-academic-workload-management http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/specialist-short-courses/34-enhancing-academic-workload-management Registrations close Friday, 29 July. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:28:31 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/postgraduate-award-programs/51-graduate-certificate-in-quality-assurance-2012 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/postgraduate-award-programs/51-graduate-certificate-in-quality-assurance-2012 A comprehensive academic program for quality assurance professionals. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:29:21 +1000 http://www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/research/res_seminars/pub_policy/2011_Public_Policy_seminars/index.html http://www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/research/res_seminars/pub_policy/2011_Public_Policy_seminars/index.html Jointly hosted by the CSHE and the LH Martin Institute, seminars will be held for the first time in Brisbane and Perth, in addition to the regular Melbourne based evenings throughout July, August and September. This new initiative is based on strong national interest for providing leaders from across the sector to have an opportunity to engage in these high level discussions on current policy issues with their peers. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:00:17 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/52-2011-conference-assessing-higher-education-performance-initiatives-and-implications http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/52-2011-conference-assessing-higher-education-performance-initiatives-and-implications An International Symposium organised by the LH Martin Institute and the European Centre for the Strategic Management of Universities in the Framework of the Erasmus Mundus EU-Step Project. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:24:08 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/50-public-lecture-cassandra-and-the-politicians-higher-education-and-policy-memory http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/50-public-lecture-cassandra-and-the-politicians-higher-education-and-policy-memory Sir David Watson will reflect on the current state of UK higher education policy in the light of its history since the Robbins Report of 1963. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:32:14 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/113-new-report-external-review-of-the-lh-martin-institute http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/113-new-report-external-review-of-the-lh-martin-institute In late 2010 the Institute elected to undertake a process of self assessment and external review. The intent for this was to examine progress to date and identify issues for consideration in planning the Institute’s next stage of development. Tue, 31 May 2011 16:21:47 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/49-public-lecture-the-great-brain-race-rise-of-the-global-education-marketplace http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/49-public-lecture-the-great-brain-race-rise-of-the-global-education-marketplace Professor Ben Wildavsky will discuss his new book "The Great Brain Race: How Global Universities Are Reshaping the World", which explores the transformation of the global academic landscape in recent years. Mon, 16 May 2011 13:22:40 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/111-launch-enhancing-tertiary-education-2008-2010-report http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/111-launch-enhancing-tertiary-education-2008-2010-report The Enhancing Tertiary Education 2008-2010 report which documents the achievements and activities of the Institute since its inception and features the reflections and commentary from our alumni and staff was launched at a celebratory event last night. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:09:09 +1000 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/tafe-to-follow-american-community-college-learning-path/story-e6frgcjx-1226045184222 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/tafe-to-follow-american-community-college-learning-path/story-e6frgcjx-1226045184222 A/Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments in The Australian on her findings from a recent international mission to USA to review four year degrees in community colleges. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 08:52:10 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/109-position-vacant-communications-and-marketing-coordinator http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/109-position-vacant-communications-and-marketing-coordinator The LH Martin Institute is currently advertising for a new Communications and Marketing Coordinator. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:05:21 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/48-australian-education-international-symposium http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/48-australian-education-international-symposium Held to further the international education research policy dialogue, papers and presentations from the AEI Symposium are now available to download. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:07:38 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/107-excellence-in-research-where-is-it http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/107-excellence-in-research-where-is-it Prof Alan Pettigrew, professorial fellow at the LH Martin Institute has released a new paper outlining the ERA outcomes. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 10:56:02 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/mentoring http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/mentoring This new scholarly resource provides an overview of the latest research in mentoring for women. Prepared by Dr Jennifer de Vries, the report extends the original evidence-based framework developed to inform the design of the UAEW Mentoring Program and aims to contribute to mentoring best practice within the Australian higher education sector. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 10:28:28 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/105-congratulations-professor-sharon-bell http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/105-congratulations-professor-sharon-bell LH Martin Institute is very proud to announce that Prof Sharon Bell, currently Senior Programs Developer and a Fellow at the Institute, has been appointed DVC Research and International at Charles Darwin University, commencing in April. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 10:35:18 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/104-new-report-leadership-and-management-of-international-partnerships http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/104-new-report-leadership-and-management-of-international-partnerships International partnerships and the leadership skills required to operate these successfully are the central themes of this new LH Martin Institute report. Commissioned by the Leadership Foundation for Higher Education, UK, the report includes six international partnership case studies involving Australia, the UK, China and Malaysia. Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:26:09 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/103-ncver-grant-success-to-support-better-vocational-pathways http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/103-ncver-grant-success-to-support-better-vocational-pathways The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has committed $825K to research into vocational pathways and the connection between education and work. Led by Associate Professor Leesa Wheelahan at the LH Martin Institute, the project also involves the University of Melbourne’s Centre for the Study of Higher Education, the Education Policy Leadership Unit, RMIT and the Workplace Research Centre at the University of Sydney. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:05:34 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/research-and-publications/research/1-study-on-the-quality-of-teaching-in-vet http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/research-and-publications/research/1-study-on-the-quality-of-teaching-in-vet Funded by DEEWR and managed by ACE, the report has found that the VET teaching profession will need to be transformed to accommodate growing student numbers and diversity. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:07:35 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=19942 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=19942 Assoc. Prof. Leesa Wheelahan comments on joint university-TAFE funding applications, reported in Campus Review. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:25:09 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=19951 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=19951 Prof. Sharon Bell writes on women's participation in higher education, in Campus Review. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:22:14 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=19803 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=19803 The LH Martin Institute's NCVER research grant success reported in Campus Review. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:20:05 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/deal-to-save-carrick-in-doubt/story-e6frgcjx-1225998316294 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/deal-to-save-carrick-in-doubt/story-e6frgcjx-1225998316294 Assoc. Prof. Leesa Wheelahan's comments on the future of the Carrick Education group reported in The Australian. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:18:35 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/more-time-given-to-develop-key-learning-gauges/story-e6frgcjx-1225994474350 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/more-time-given-to-develop-key-learning-gauges/story-e6frgcjx-1225994474350 Assoc. Prof. Hamish Coates' comments on the University Experience Survey reported in The Australian. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:15:21 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/students-fail-to-improve-their-thinking-study-finds/story-e6frgcjx-1225991311384 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/students-fail-to-improve-their-thinking-study-finds/story-e6frgcjx-1225991311384 Assoc. Prof. Hamish Coates' comments on student learning at university reported in The Australian. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:13:02 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/coming-up-body-to-rank-rankers/story-e6frgcjx-1225985832449 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/coming-up-body-to-rank-rankers/story-e6frgcjx-1225985832449 Assoc. Prof. Leesa Wheelahan comments on federal support for TAFE. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:05:09 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/46-eidos-south-africa-launch-inaugural-2011-research-congress http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/46-eidos-south-africa-launch-inaugural-2011-research-congress The Eidos Institute, in partnership with the LH Martin Institute, invites university member researchers, associates and affiliates to join network researchers and policy leaders on a Tour to the Eidos South Africa Launch & Inaugural 2011 Research Congress (Cape Town, 1-3 June 2011). Fri, 04 Feb 2011 10:54:09 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/92-summit-the-future-of-vet-leadership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/92-summit-the-future-of-vet-leadership Facilitated by Assoc Prof Hamish Coates, the Future of VET Leadership Summit will be held 24 February 2011, Melbourne and is hosted by the TAFE Development Centre. Thu, 03 Feb 2011 16:50:46 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/45-new-womens-career-development-workshop-for-uaew-members-and-their-colleagues http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/45-new-womens-career-development-workshop-for-uaew-members-and-their-colleagues LH Martin Institute, in partnership with Universities Australia Executive Women, is planning a workshop on Women's Career Development for UAEW Members and their Colleagues: 24 March 2011, 10am-4pm. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 16:23:12 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/44-international-delegation-to-usa-community-colleges-reviewing-four-year-degrees-and-the-tertiary-agenda http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/44-international-delegation-to-usa-community-colleges-reviewing-four-year-degrees-and-the-tertiary-agenda TAFE Directors Australia and the LH Martin Institute are co-hosting a delegation to the USA to examine the community college system and develop international networks. Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:53:21 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/89-new-book-the-changing-dynamics-of-higher-education-middle-management http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/89-new-book-the-changing-dynamics-of-higher-education-middle-management Co-edited by Prof. V. Lynn Meek and Assoc. Prof. Leo Goedegebuure, this new book is founded on a comprehensive international comparative analysis of the evolving role of middle-level academic managers—deans, heads of department and their equivalents. Tue, 11 Jan 2011 11:42:56 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/87-first-graduations-mtem-and-gcqa-cohorts http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/87-first-graduations-mtem-and-gcqa-cohorts LH Martin Institute extends its congratulations to the first cohorts of the Master of Tertiary Education Management and Graduate Certificate in Quality Assurance, who graduated this week. Thu, 16 Dec 2010 09:55:29 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/43-phd-completion-seminar-an-evaluation-of-the-ausaid-australian-development-scholarship-program-in-china-and-mongolia-using-a-contribution-analysis-framework http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/43-phd-completion-seminar-an-evaluation-of-the-ausaid-australian-development-scholarship-program-in-china-and-mongolia-using-a-contribution-analysis-framework Monday 13 December, 11.30 – 12.30, Barbara Falk Room, 715 Swanston Street, Level 1. Peter Nolan will present an evaluation of the AusAid Australian Development Scholarship program in China and Mongolia using a Contribution Analysis Framework Fri, 10 Dec 2010 13:24:17 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=19509 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=19509 Prof Sharon Bell discusses the clash of perspectives on HR in higher education, presented at the ACU HR Conference. Appeared in Campus Review. Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:23:15 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/84-new-study-the-real-academic-revolution http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/84-new-study-the-real-academic-revolution New LH Martin Institute study 'The Real Academic Revolution' reported on in The Australian, 1 December 2010. The study identifies the pressures facing the academic workforce and outlines strategies to ensure its sustainability. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 14:56:18 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/83-just-released-2011-program-overview http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/83-just-released-2011-program-overview LH Martin Institute is pleased to present its 2011 program summary. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 12:33:14 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/18-2010-conference-building-australias-tertiary-education-sector-alternative-models-and-their-leadership-challenges http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/18-2010-conference-building-australias-tertiary-education-sector-alternative-models-and-their-leadership-challenges Presentations from 'Building Australia's Tertiary Education Sector: Alternative Models and their Leadership Challenges' are now available to view. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 10:53:06 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/25-public-seminar-knowledge-and-the-politics-of-localisation-assoc-prof-elizabeth-rata http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/25-public-seminar-knowledge-and-the-politics-of-localisation-assoc-prof-elizabeth-rata Assoc Prof Elizabeth Rata (The University of Auckland), will present this public seminar on 24 November, 2.00-3.30 pm, Melbourne. Fri, 05 Nov 2010 15:05:29 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/executive-seminar-series/24-conversations-with-dave-ulrich-sustaining-an-effective-workforce-hr-challenges-solutions http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/executive-seminar-series/24-conversations-with-dave-ulrich-sustaining-an-effective-workforce-hr-challenges-solutions Prof Dave Ulrich (University of Michigan; RBL Group), will present 'Sustaining an Effective Workforce: HR Challenges & Solutions', 23 November, Melbourne. Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:05:40 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/heavy-hitters-take-top-jobs/story-e6frgcjx-1225943936896 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/heavy-hitters-take-top-jobs/story-e6frgcjx-1225943936896 Prof Lynn Meek comments on the university/commercial sector relationship, within the context of Ziggy Switkowski and Peter Shergold's appointments as Chancellors of RMIT and University of Western Sydney respectively. Reported in The Australian. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:19:52 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/female-researchers-the-new-shining-lights/story-e6frgcjx-1225943930475 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/female-researchers-the-new-shining-lights/story-e6frgcjx-1225943930475 Prof Sharon Bell comments on the equal success rate for women and men in the latest ARC grant round, reported in The Australian. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:17:17 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/22-european-higher-education-study-tours-for-australian-and-new-zealand-senior-executives http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/conferences-and-events/22-european-higher-education-study-tours-for-australian-and-new-zealand-senior-executives European policies and their implementation at the institutional level are the focus of this tour, 10-16 April (Brussels-Valencia-Glasgow). Tue, 26 Oct 2010 15:36:02 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/cover-all-bases-for-productivity/story-e6frgcjx-1225818583052 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/cover-all-bases-for-productivity/story-e6frgcjx-1225818583052 LH Martin Institute executive seminar speaker, Prof Bill Massy comments on how universities can improve their teaching performance. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:09:21 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/quality-standards-questioned/story-e6frgcjx-1225818578299 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/quality-standards-questioned/story-e6frgcjx-1225818578299 Prof Vin Massaro comments on the federal government's proposed indicators for university teaching quality. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:03:01 +1100 http://Assoc. Prof. Leesa Wheelahan comments on the challenge of meeting government targets when funding for VET is declining. http://Assoc. Prof. Leesa Wheelahan comments on the challenge of meeting government targets when funding for VET is declining. Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the challenge of meeting government targets when funding for VET is declining. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:59:48 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=14799 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=14799 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on a two-stream approach to funding VET. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:54:45 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=14810 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=14810 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan discusses the inconsistencies in regulatory and quality assurance arrangements for higher education and VET. Appeared in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:53:37 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/private-college-numbers-soar-despite-regulators-crackdown/story-e6frgcjx-1225833598240 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/private-college-numbers-soar-despite-regulators-crackdown/story-e6frgcjx-1225833598240 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the increasing number of private colleges. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:48:59 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=15289 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=15289 Prof Sharon Bell discusses the state of equality in science and research. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:45:59 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15280 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15280 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on Victoria’s new higher education report. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:44:33 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15283 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15283 Prof Sharon Bell comments on the proportion of women holding senior positions at university. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:43:28 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/tafe-can-help-meet-participation-target/story-e6frgcjx-1225844479205 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/tafe-can-help-meet-participation-target/story-e6frgcjx-1225844479205 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the recommendation for Victoria to open funding to TAFE institute competitive tenders. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:34:00 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/compacts-unlikely-to-drive-real-reform/story-e6frgcjx-1225844475907 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/compacts-unlikely-to-drive-real-reform/story-e6frgcjx-1225844475907 Prof Lynn Meek comments on whether compacts will drive differentiation in the university sector. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:29:44 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15056 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15056 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on Kwong Lee Dow’s expert panel recommendations. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:28:34 +1100 http://www.universityworldnews.com/article.php?story=20100312111947547 http://www.universityworldnews.com/article.php?story=20100312111947547 LH Martin Institute executive seminar speaker, Prof Frans Van Vught discusses the potential of Australia's higher education sector to be the most diverse and among the most effective in the world. Appeared in University World News. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:25:40 +1100 http://www.ibtimes.com/contents/20100311/australias-higher-education.htm http://www.ibtimes.com/contents/20100311/australias-higher-education.htm LH Martin Institute executive seminar speaker, Prof Frans Van Vught's comments on the Australian government's introduction of new policy initiatives to the tertiary sector. Appeared in the International Business Times. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:17:19 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=14964 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=14964 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the recommendations of the Skills Australia report. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:06:38 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15629 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15629 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the statement of agreement from UA and TDA on proposed unified protocols for the new tertiary sector. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:50:25 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15626 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15626 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the impact of new tertiary sector regulations on the VET sector. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:48:36 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=15632 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=15632 Prof Sharon Bell discusses the underlying agendas of Australian higher education equity initiatives. Appeared in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:46:55 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15501 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15501 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan's research on the percentage of students in diplomas from a low-SES background quoted in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:45:22 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16093 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16093 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the importance of diplomas as a transition qualification. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:43:18 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=16102 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=16102 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the federal budget VET reforms. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:41:53 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/academics-left-off-skills-list-despite-shortage/story-e6frgcjx-1225871255812 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/academics-left-off-skills-list-despite-shortage/story-e6frgcjx-1225871255812 LH Martin Institute research on the proportion of academics that have considered changing jobs, quoted in the Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:41:18 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15970 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15970 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on new funding for ACE. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:39:27 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15968 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15968 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on accelerated apprenticeships. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:38:03 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/students-given-no-guidance-by-university-staff/story-e6frgcjx-1225867469445 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/students-given-no-guidance-by-university-staff/story-e6frgcjx-1225867469445 Assoc Prof Hamish Coates comments on his ACER 2009 Australasian Survey of Student Engagement. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:37:17 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=15882 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=VET&idArticle=15882 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan's comments from the AVETREA conference quoted in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:35:57 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15674 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=15674 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on Swinburne's guaranteed entry scheme. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:34:31 +1100 http://www.universityworldnews.com/article.php?story=20100625181602129 http://www.universityworldnews.com/article.php?story=20100625181602129 Prof Vin Massaro discusses the lack of funding for implementing the proposed changes in the higher education sector. Appeared in University World News. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:18:02 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16235 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16235 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on VET regulatory bodies. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:03:38 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16231 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16231 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on Swinburne and Ballarat universities' dual sector discussion paper. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:59:43 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16230 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16230 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan's research quoted in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:58:39 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16187 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16187 Prof Vin Massaro comments on the responsibilities of TEQSA. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:53:52 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16186 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16186 Prof Vin Massaro comments on the government's restriction of private higher education funding growth through its capping of student fees. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:47:49 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/labor-rapped-for-failed-promises/story-e6frgcjx-1225877153449 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/labor-rapped-for-failed-promises/story-e6frgcjx-1225877153449 Prof Vin Massaro comments on whether the higher education promises of the federal government have been met. Reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:44:25 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16131 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16131 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the increase in University applicants from low SES backgrounds. Reported in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:42:07 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=16137 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=16137 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan discusses the position of dual sectors. Appeared in Campus Review. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:23:28 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/opinion/universities-facing-crisis-of-confidence/story-e6frg6zo-1225942072796 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/opinion/universities-facing-crisis-of-confidence/story-e6frg6zo-1225942072796 Prof V. Lynn Meek and Prof Vin Massaro comment on the lack of university funding and increasing student:staff ratios, reported in The Australian. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:50:05 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=17042 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=17042 Dr Peter Ewell's June insights piece reprinted in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:44:56 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16968 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16968 Comments from the University of Melbourne's tertiary education policy seminar, 'The Caravan Moves On: The Bradley reforms after 18 months – are they on track?', co-hosted by LH Martin Institute reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:42:02 +1100 http://chronicle.com/article/Leading-International-Partn/66310/ http://chronicle.com/article/Leading-International-Partn/66310/ Study on leadership in international partnerships, which involved LH Martin Institute, reported in the Higher Education Chronicle. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:39:12 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16915 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16915 Prof Vin Massaro comments on the interim appointments of chairs and CEOs of the proposed higher education and VET regulators. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:32:00 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/draw-the-line-on-degrees/story-e6frgcjx-1225888674661 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/draw-the-line-on-degrees/story-e6frgcjx-1225888674661 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on commonwealth funding extending to TAFE degree programs. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:29:46 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16552 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=16552 Prof Vin Massaro comments on the Bradley review and government funding of higher education. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:28:45 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/vice-chancellor-steven-schwartz-delves-into-the-wise-and-wherefores/story-e6frgcjx-1225912511976 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/vice-chancellor-steven-schwartz-delves-into-the-wise-and-wherefores/story-e6frgcjx-1225912511976 Prof Sharon Bell discusses the feasibility of vice-chancellors teaching undergraduate courses. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:27:58 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18084 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18084 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan discusses the need for a more meaningful vision in VET. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:25:20 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/putting-a-case-for-fee-deregulation/story-fn59niix-1225909569965 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/putting-a-case-for-fee-deregulation/story-fn59niix-1225909569965 Andrew Norton's July Insights piece reprinted in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:18:31 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18029 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18029 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on higher education under the Coalition. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:13:25 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/across-the-great-divide/story-e6frgcjx-1225903625869 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/across-the-great-divide/story-e6frgcjx-1225903625869 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan's research findings quoted in the Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:11:11 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/call-for-variety-in-academic-positions/story-e6frgcjx-1225927488469 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/call-for-variety-in-academic-positions/story-e6frgcjx-1225927488469 Assoc Prof Hamish Coates' study on 'The Real Academic Revolution', quoted in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:23:42 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/franchise-deals-only-a-short-term-fix/story-e6frgcjx-1225927492117 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/franchise-deals-only-a-short-term-fix/story-e6frgcjx-1225927492117 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on franchising arrangements between universities and TAFEs. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:22:45 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18464 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18464 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on a VET review. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:22:03 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18469 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18469 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the naming of the ministries. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:21:03 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18467 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18467 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the reshuffled education ministries. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:19:50 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/blurred-sector-seeking-clarity/story-e6frgcjx-1225922827069 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/blurred-sector-seeking-clarity/story-e6frgcjx-1225922827069 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan argues that TAFEs should move beyond a focus on competency-based learning. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:18:13 +1100 http://www.afr.com/p/head_of_the_class_tSvY2l68keWMakILhhgdkN?hl http://www.afr.com/p/head_of_the_class_tSvY2l68keWMakILhhgdkN?hl Prof V. Lynn Meek comments on the requirements for leadership. Reported in The Australian Financial Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:13:48 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion-analysis/better-data-the-key-to-ending-disadvantage/story-e6frgcko-1225915518412 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion-analysis/better-data-the-key-to-ending-disadvantage/story-e6frgcko-1225915518412 Prof Elizabeth Harman's August insights piece reprinted in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:12:47 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/tafe-boards-fight-not-over/story-e6frgcjx-1225915517066 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/tafe-boards-fight-not-over/story-e6frgcjx-1225915517066 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the Victorian government's proposed changes to TAFE boards. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:08:25 +1100 http://blogs.abc.net.au/queensland/2010/09/university-and-tafe-lines-blur-.html?site=brisbane&program=capricornia_mornings http://blogs.abc.net.au/queensland/2010/09/university-and-tafe-lines-blur-.html?site=brisbane&program=capricornia_mornings Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan interviewed by ABC Capricornia about University-TAFE mergers. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:41:35 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/call-for-clarity-as-tafe-uni-lines-blur/story-e6frgcjx-1225912489247 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/call-for-clarity-as-tafe-uni-lines-blur/story-e6frgcjx-1225912489247 Comments from the University of Melbourne's Tertiary Education Policy Seminars, co-hosted by the LH Martin Institute and the Centre for the Study of Higher Education, reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:03:33 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/nsw-tafe-steps-up-to-plate/story-e6frgcjx-1225912507953 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/nsw-tafe-steps-up-to-plate/story-e6frgcjx-1225912507953 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on social equity in higher education under the Coalition. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 13:42:40 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18599 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=18599 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan reflects on the impact of the 2008 OECD report recommendations on VET. Reported in Campus Review. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 13:32:40 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/university-tafe-merger-points-to-dual-sector-experiment/story-e6frgcjx-1225931066635 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/university-tafe-merger-points-to-dual-sector-experiment/story-e6frgcjx-1225931066635 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on the proposed merger between CQUniversity and Central Queensland Institute of TAFE. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:41:17 +1100 http://www.theage.com.au/national/education/tafe-big-and-bold-but-unloved-20100906-14xrn.html http://www.theage.com.au/national/education/tafe-big-and-bold-but-unloved-20100906-14xrn.html Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan writes about the need for more funding, in The Age. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:02:03 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/no-joy-for-sector-in-red-book/story-e6frgcjx-1225937836858 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/no-joy-for-sector-in-red-book/story-e6frgcjx-1225937836858 Prof V. Lynn Meek comments on the recently released Department of Finance and Deregulation's Red Book, reported in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:58:31 +1100 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion-analysis/managers-in-the-firing-line/story-e6frgcko-1225937820954 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/opinion-analysis/managers-in-the-firing-line/story-e6frgcko-1225937820954 Prof Sharon Bell discusses the new leadership challenges of Deans and their multifaceted role in the middle-ground of higher education. Appeared in The Australian. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:53:34 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/2-senior-strategic-leadership http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/executive-education-programs/leadership-programs/2-senior-strategic-leadership This program will feature senior and dynamic leaders in the tertiary sector, senior policy advisers, analysts and political leaders. Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:20:48 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/10-book-launch-why-knowledge-matters-in-curriculum-a-social-realist-argument http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/10-book-launch-why-knowledge-matters-in-curriculum-a-social-realist-argument What should we teach in our schools and vocational education and higher education institutions? Is theoretical knowledge still important? In 'Why Knowledge Matters in Curriculum', Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan argues that providing students with access to knowledge should be the raison d’ętre of education. This book was launched on 11 August 2010 at the University of Melbourne. Tue, 19 Oct 2010 15:31:43 +1100 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/9-lh-martin-institute-launch http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/9-lh-martin-institute-launch On 30 August 2007, the LH Martin Institute for Higher Education Leadership and Management was launched by the Hon. Julie Bishop, Federal Minister for Education, Science and Training. Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:40:52 +1100 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=17144 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=Comment&idArticle=17144 Prof Sharon Bell discusses the rationale of the Federal Government's research workforce discussion paper and encourages a rethink of the ideal research worker. Appeared in Campus Review. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:21:38 +1000 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=17132 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=17132 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan's NCVER report quoted in Campus Review. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:19:41 +1000 http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=412882 http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=412882 Dr Geoff Sharrock's journal article on " 'Hippocratic oaths' for higher education" reported in Times Higher Education. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:11:28 +1000 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=17872 http://www.campusreview.com.au/pages/section/article.php?s=News&idArticle=17872 Assoc Prof Hamish Coates' ACER-led research project for the OECD reported on in Campus Review. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:05:37 +1000 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/sector-faces-precarious-future/story-fn59niix-1225909574068 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/sector-faces-precarious-future/story-fn59niix-1225909574068 Prof V. Lynn Meek comments on the future of university funding. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:56:24 +1000 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/tafes-hope-to-boost-support-by-capitalising-on-hung-parliament/story-fn59niix-1225909563126 http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/tafes-hope-to-boost-support-by-capitalising-on-hung-parliament/story-fn59niix-1225909563126 Assoc Prof Leesa Wheelahan comments on funding for regional TAFEs. Reported in The Australian. Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:54:15 +1000 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/1-tertiary-education-policy-seminars-2010 http://www.lhmartininstitute.edu.au/news-updates/latest-news-updates/1-tertiary-education-policy-seminars-2010 The CSHE and LH Martin Institute presented the University of Melbourne's annual Tertiary Education Policy Seminars: Realising the national vision for tertiary education. Featuring leading researchers, commentators and policy-makers from across Australia's tertiary education sector, the seminars are now available to view online. 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