ERIC Number: EJ973316
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 21
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ISSN: ISSN-1389-224X
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SWOT Analysis of Veterinary and Animal Science Education in India: Implications for Policy and Future Directions
Sasidhar, P. V. K.; Reddy, P. Gopal
Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension, v18 n4 p387-407 2012
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify and rank the SWOT issues of India's veterinary and animal science education. Design: The data were collected at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) from 168 post-graduate students. The two surveys generated 72% (N = 121) and 68% (N = 114) response rates, respectively. In the first stage, the vital SWOT issues were listed by respondents and in the second stage, they ranked the top eight issues on a Likert scale. Findings: Uniform curriculum; merit-based admissions; and huge demand and employment prospects were perceived as major strengths. Gaps in curriculum revision and inadequate faculty, colleges and hands-on experience were perceived as key weaknesses. Regular curriculum revisions; novel instructional methods; and single admission tests were important opportunities perceived. Out-dated education model; urban biased admissions; and regional barriers were the major threats perceived. Practical implication: The SWOT issues identified are similar to those faced by veterinary education programmes in many countries with minor variations. Originality/value: The findings are of interest for veterinary faculties in developing and under-developed countries to harmonize their veterinary education systems on par with global norms. The related implications for policy and future directions are discussed. (Contains 2 notes and 6 tables.)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Veterinary Medical Education, Animals, Objectives, Opportunities, Strategic Planning, Research Methodology, Evaluation Methods, Curriculum Development, Agricultural Education, Student Attitudes, Developed Nations, Graduate Students, Likert Scales, Global Approach, Alignment (Education)
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Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: India
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