Junior high school education quality assessment is an evaluation activity including self-assessment and external assessment to determine the level of lower secondary school that meets th
Trang 11 Reasons for choosing dissertation topic
Quality accreditation in education and training in general and general education, in particular, has an important position in the quality assurance of education Educational quality accreditation is considered
as one of the important tools of quality assurance, contributing to improving the quality of education, increasing the accountability of educational institutions with competent agencies and to society about the efficiency, transparency of resources that educational institutions use to provide educational services.
In Vietnam, the quality of education, quality management, and improvement of education quality are issues of concern to the State and society The 11th National Party Congress emphasized "To carry out quality accreditation of education and training at all levels of education" Currently, the Ministry of Education and Training has established a Quality Management Department This is the agency that helps the Ministry of Education and Training in directing and implementing educational quality accreditation at educational institutions The Ministry of Education and Training has also issued
a system of documents to implement educational quality accreditation at all educational levels in the national education system.
Junior high school education quality assessment is an evaluation activity (including self-assessment and external assessment) to determine the level of lower secondary school that meets the educational quality and evaluation criteria and to recognize junior high schools up to the educational quality standards set by state management agencies Secondary education quality accreditation management is the process of intentional impact of management subjects on the quality accreditation
of lower secondary education through planning activities, organize, direct, inspect and supervise the implementation of self-assessment, external evaluation, accreditation and grant of certificates of education quality accreditation in secondary schools according to the quality standards managed by the managing agencies Educational principles are issued with the aim of improving the quality of general education From the above theoretical and practical issues, it is necessary to
study the issue of "Management of education quality accreditation of junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh city in the context of education innovation".
2 Research purpose and tasks
* Research purpose:
Clarifying theoretical and practice basis of management of education quality accreditation in junior high schools, thereby proposing
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* Research tasks
The dissertation interprets the theoretical basis for educational quality accreditation and management of secondary education quality in the context of educational renovation.
The dissertation makes surveys, analyzes and assesses the practical situation of education quality accreditation and management
of junior high school 's education quality accreditation in Ho Chi Minh City.
The dissertation proposes measures to manage the quality of junior high school education in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
The dissertation conducts testing of necessity, feasibility and testing of proposed measures.
3 The subject, object, scope of research and scientific hypothesis
Scope of content: The research focuses on the management of
education quality accreditation in public secondary schools in Ho Chi Minh City as well as proposes and tests a measure of the management of education quality accreditation in secondary schools in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
Scope of the survey object: Including 18 junior high schools (in 3
urban districts and 3 districts) representing schools: schools in disadvantaged areas, rural schools, schools in new urban areas, schools in the city, namely:
The staff of the Department of Education and Training, Division
of Education and Training, Principal and Vice-Principal are 30 people Teachers and staff in junior high school are 240 people.
Collecting, analyzing and researching statistics on education quality accreditation activities with the number of 270 people.
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situation from 2015 to the present.
* Scientific hypothesis
Junior high school education quality accreditation is a quality assurance activity to determine the level of junior high schools that meet the education quality assessment criteria If the education quality accreditation management measures are implemented well in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City such as: Organizing propaganda activities
to raise the awareness of the importance of quality accreditation management secondary school education for the contingent of administrators, teachers, staff and forces involved in the education quality accreditation work; Organize training courses to improve the secondary education quality accreditation capability for inspectors; Direct regular self-assessment activities in educational quality accreditation in secondary schools; Organize the implementation of external assessment activities and assess the evaluation results outside secondary schools in education quality accreditation; Establishing a management system for education quality accreditation in secondary schools; Completing the policy of supporting and coordinating forces inside and outside the school on education quality accreditation.
4 Methodology and research methods
* Methodology:
The dissertation is researched on the basis of dialectical materialism and historical materialism of Marxism - Leninism, Ho Chi Minh thought, Party and State views on the management of education quality accreditation in junior high school in Ho Chi Minh City At the same time, the dissertation applied the views of approaching the structure system, history and society approach, practical approach, quality approach to clarify the theoretical and practical basis of quality accreditation management The quality of education at junior high schools It proposes a number of management measures to improve the quality of junior high education quality accreditation activities in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
* Research Methods
- Group of theoretical research methods
- Group of practical research methods include: Methods of observation, methods of discussion, methods of investigation, methods
of summarizing experiences, methods of product research, methods of collecting expert opinions.
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5 New contributions of the dissertation
Contributing to a new approach in applying the theory of educational quality accreditation and the management of educational quality accreditation in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
Researching, assessing the situation, making some comments on the practical situation of education quality accreditation, management of educational quality accreditation and issues to be addressed in education quality management in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
Proposing measures of management of educational quality accreditation of junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City in the context
of educational innovation, contributing to ensuring and gradually improving the quality of junior high education in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
6 Significances of the dissertation
* In terms of theory:
Contribute to the development of the theory of educational quality accreditation in general and the management of junior high education quality in particular The dissertation builds the core concepts, which are: accreditation, educational quality, quality accreditation, educational quality accreditation, education quality accreditation of junior high schools; Management, educational management, education quality management, education quality accreditation management in junior high school These concepts are closely interrelated, interacting with each other, creating the basic theoretical foundation for the author to analyze in-depth the content of the quality accreditation content of secondary schools in which the 5-step overall process occupies a central position in educational quality accreditation activities: 1 Self-assessment; 2 Register for external assessment; 3 External evaluation; 4 Recognizing the quality level; 5 Maintaining and improving the quality after the external evaluation The steps in the above procedure must be based on a set of standards for assessing the quality of junior high schools Based
on the approach to management goals and management functions, the author has in-depth analyzed the objectives and management functions
of junior high school education quality through planning stages, organize the implementation, direct the implementation and inspect the implementation of junior high education quality accreditation activities.
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Applying the above theory to assess the basic problem of the situation is the reality of testing the quality of secondary school education through the self-assessment and external evaluation process according to the standards and the status of accreditation management quality of education in Ho Chi Minh City through stages: Planning - organizing - directing - checking In particular, the stage of organizing professional training on education quality accreditation is an important element of the organization In addition, the dissertation also analyzes the in-depth evaluation of the current situation of training accreditors
as well as the capacity of ordinary inspectors The dissertation has drawn comments on the state of management of education quality accreditation through factors such as management decentralization, awareness, inspectors, standards, policies, …
7 Structure of the dissertation
The dissertation includes introduction, four chapters, conclusions, list of scientific works of the author related to the dissertation, list of references and appendices.
Chapter 1 OVERVIEW OF RESEARCH ISSUES RELATED TO
DISSERTATION 1.1 The research works related to the education quality accreditation of junior high school
Education quality accreditation has long been established and developed Currently, this activity is becoming more and more popular and becoming a global trend in education because it is an effective tool
to help schools control and ensure the quality of training, improve competitiveness for the educational institution Therefore, educational quality accreditation activities have been interested by researchers in the world as well as in Vietnam.
Organizations and researchers have come up with different definitions of educational quality accreditation, and identify the causes, roles, objectives and steps in the accreditation process Although there are different accreditation standards in each country, the quality accreditation usually includes an assessment of aspects such as mission, governance, teaching, teachers, infrastructure, translation learner services, financial planning and organizational capabilities
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Education quality accreditation is becoming increasingly popular and
an indispensable activity in the educational management of many countries around the world because it has proved to be an effective tool
to maintain and improve education quality Therefore, educational quality control management plays a very important role, because the test results are the basis for the explanation to the society, the authorities or donor agencies and organizations
On the basis of inheriting the theory and practical experience of the previous countries, the domestic studies have clarified the concept, role and process of educational quality accreditation activities The authors emphasize that building a national educational quality accreditation system is particularly important in maintaining standards and improving the quality of education in Vietnam Especially before the trend of global integration, educational quality accreditation in our country has been oriented according to the standards of international organizations With increasing pressure on accountability as well as increasing competition
in enrollment, educational institutions participating in quality accreditation, whether national or international, are important for schools
in the future.
1.3 General assessment of research results of published works and the issues that need to be focused on solving
1.3.1 General assessment of research results of published works
From an overview of research directions on educational quality accreditation and education quality accreditation management, some conclusions can be drawn:
Firstly, in the world, educational quality accreditation activities were
formed from the United States in the late nineteenth century, stemming from the accreditation of higher education and becoming a global trend, has a strong spread throughout the world as a tool to ensure the quality
of education for all levels of education.
Secondly, in Vietnam, in the context of education innovation, quality
assurance and accreditation are increasingly widely implemented, which
is considered an official measure to improve the quality of the entire national education system.
Thirdly, in general, educational quality accreditation organizations
are quite diverse in terms of ownership, subject of testing, dependency or independence from the state, organizational model Going into research
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1.3.2 The issues that need to be focused
Through the overview of the research issue, the dissertation issues should be continued to solve the following main issues:
Firstly, clarifying the theory of management quality accreditation of
junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City in the context of educational innovation.
Secondly, identifying activities on the management of educational
quality accreditation in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City.
Thirdly, investigating, making a survey, sketching the current picture
of the quality management accreditation of junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City, from which as a basis, a practical basis to propose measures to manage education quality accreditation in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City effectively.
Fourthly, proposing measures to manage educational quality
accreditation in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City in the context
of educational innovation to be appropriate and effective with the characteristics of each school and local.
It can be said that the research results and many unresolved issues of foreign and domestic scientists have been an important support for the author of the dissertation to build theoretical and practical basis Innovative perspectives on educational quality accreditation management to clarify the issues.
Conclusion of Chapter 1
From the research overview around the world and in Vietnam on the management of education quality accreditation in junior high schools, it can be seen that there have been many quite profound and comprehensive research works on issues Particularly for the issue of management of education quality accreditation in junior high schools in
Ho Chi Minh City, there are only a few studies discussing management measures of education quality accreditation in junior high schools at educational institutions in general In fact, there has not been any dissertation in the field of the education management system and specifically studying the issue of management of educational quality accreditation in junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City This shows the urgency of the topic that the author chooses to research.
Trang 8Chapter 2 THEORETICAL BASIS OF MANAGEMENT OF EDUCATION QUALITY ACCREDITATION OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE CONTEXT OF EDUCATION INNOVATION 2.1 Theoretical issues on the educational quality accreditation
of junior high schools
2.1.1 Educational quality accreditation
Educational quality accreditation is a process of self-assessment and external evaluation primarily aimed at determining the extent of the school's educational objectives, programs and contents in comparison with the standards prescribed by the governing education issued.
2.1.2 Educational quality accreditation of the junior high school
Educational quality accreditation is an operational process including self-assessment, external evaluation and recognition of the educational quality of an educational institution based on the standards, criteria and indicators set by the educational management agency issued Education quality accreditation management is the process of intentionally impacting management subjects on education quality accreditation activities through planning, organizing, directing, inspecting and supervising activities The implementation of self- assessment, external evaluation, recognition and granting of certificates
of education quality accreditation according to quality standards issued
by education management agencies in order to improve the quality of universal education The junior high school education quality accreditation management in the context of educational innovation is an evaluation process that aims to make a decision to recognize junior high schools that meet specified standards The accreditation of education quality management not only reflects the stakeholders on the evidence of the quality of education but also provides an opportunity and motivation
to improve the quality of the junior high school that is tested
2.2.2 Decentralize the management of junior high school education quality accreditation
* Ministry of Education and Training; Department of Education and training; Division of Education and training; Junior high school; External assessment Board.
2.2.3 Content of management of education quality accreditation of junior high schools
* Planning self-assessment and external assessment of junior high school
- Determining the purpose of self-assessment and external assessment of the junior high school.
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- Mobilizing resources for self-assessment and external assessments of junior high school.
- Developing a plan of processes, roadmaps and time for assessment and external assessments of junior high school.
self Developing selfself assessment plans and external assessments with specific and clear details of quality assurance activities.
- Developing plans for organizing training and retraining for professional and managerial staff, private teachers on self-assessment and external assessment.
- Developing a plan for quality improvement after assessment.
self Planning the external assessment registration and preparing all requests to receive the external assessment Board.
* Organizing self-assessments and external assessments of junior high school
- There are documents guiding the implementation of the plan
- Disseminating, grasping thoroughly guidelines and policies on education quality accreditation
- Training on methods of self-assessment and external assessment according to standards
- Organizing the self-assessment according to the planned process
- Developing and implementing a professional network of junior high school education quality accreditation
- Establishing external assessment Board to ensure all criteria and requirements.
- Recognizing quality standards.
* Directing the self-assessment and external assessment activities
of junior high schools.
- There is an incentive system for junior high schools to participate in educational quality accreditation.
- Organizing preliminary, final review or seminars on education quality accreditation.
- Adopting policies to encourage individuals and collectives to promptly participate in education quality accreditation activities.
- Replicate typical junior high schools to do well the task of education quality accreditation.
- For the external assessment Board, it is necessary to direct the organization of the external assessment according to the process.
* Examining and assessing self-assessment activities and external assessments of junior high school
- Developing requirements and criteria for self-assessment activities and self-assessment reports.
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- Regularly testing activities of self-assessment and external assessment
- Reviewing and adjusting the plan for self-assessment and external assessment.
- Checking and supervising all activities and products of members
of the external assessment board.
- Planning to improve secondary education quality accreditation activities after external assessment.
2.2.4 Background of educational innovation and the requirements of the management of education quality accreditation
of the junior high school
2.2.4.1 Background of educational innovation today
2.2.4.2 Requirements for secondary education quality accreditation management
Facing the renovation requirements on education, education quality accreditation needs to perform well the following tasks:
Firstly, proper awareness and a deep sense of purpose and
significance of education quality accreditation.
Secondly, promoting propaganda for the whole community to
understand and support, participate in the implementation of education quality accreditation.
Thirdly, regularly fostering education quality accreditation team
to become an education quality accrediting expert who can give consultancy and assistance to schools in self-assessment activities, external evaluation.
Fourthly, strengthening the direction of the Department of
Education and Training for educational institutions to implement well the contents such as: elaborating a plan to implement educational quality accreditation, guiding and guiding direct, inspect and supervise junior secondary schools to conduct educational quality accreditation according
to the Ministry of Education and Training's regulations.
Fifthly, when organizing quality accreditation, there should be a
combination of state management (the Ministry of Education and Training) and independent accrediting organizations.
Finally, the development of a long-term plan for educational quality accreditation is essential.
2.3 Factors affecting the quality management of junior high school education in the context of educational innovation
Firstly, the State's policy and management guidelines for
education quality accreditation of the junior high school
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innovation and development
Thirdly, awareness, qualifications and competencies of junior
high school administrators and teachers
Fourthly, awareness, qualification and capacity of inspection force Fifthly, financial conditions, facilities in service of education
quality accreditation management of junior high schools.
Conclusion of Chapter 2
Quality accreditation management of junior high school is the process of intentional impact of management subjects on the quality accreditation of junior high education through planning activities, organize, direct, inspect and supervise the implementation of self- assessment, external assessment, accreditation and grant of certificates
of education quality accreditation in junior high schools according to the quality standards managed by the managing agencies Education principles are issued with the aim of improving the quality of lower secondary education The content of the management of education quality accreditation includes planning self-assessments and external assessments outside secondary schools Organize self-assessments and external assessments of the junior high school Direct self-assessment and evaluation outside of middle school Examine and assess self- assessment activities and external assessment of the junior high school.
Chapter 3 PRACTICAL BASIS OF OF MANAGEMENT OF EDUCATION QUALITY ACCREDITATION OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS
IN HO CHI MINH CITY IN THE CONTEXT OF EDUCATION
INNOVATION 3.1 An overview of secondary education and the accreditation
of education quality in Ho Chi Minh City
3.2 Overview of the practical situation survey
3.2.1 Purpose of investigation and survey
Surveying the practical situation of accreditation and the management of education quality accreditation of junior high school according to the junior high school education quality evaluation criteria of the Ministry of Education and Training in Ho Chi Minh City to propose measures guidance on the implementation of management of junior high school education quality.
3.2.2 Content of investigation and survey
The situation on the education quality accreditation of junior high school in Ho Chi Minh City.
The situation of management of the education quality accreditation of junior high school in Ho Chi Minh City.
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To survey the reality of education quality accreditation of junior high school according to the junior high school education quality evaluation criteria of the Ministry of Education and Training The author selected the subjects participating in the education quality accreditation
by questionnaire with 534 people in the Department of Education and Training, the Division of Education and Training, a number of local junior high schools in the local area and suburban.
Time to investigate and survey
Conducting surveys at the above-mentioned junior high schools limited from August 2015 to the present.
3.2.4 Methods of investigation and survey
Using survey method by means of opinion poll, observation method and direct exchange interview method, observation method, seminar method, research method of active products, expert method
3.2.5 Processing survey data
* Evaluation of survey results
* Processing data and writing report on survey results
3.3 The practical situation of education quality accreditation
of junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City
3.3.1 Awareness of administrators, teachers, and inspectors about the importance of education quality accreditation of junior high schools in Ho Chi Minh City
Awareness of managers, teachers, and inspectors about the importance of junior high school self-assessment activities in Ho Chi Minh City today show self-assessment report writing and benchmarking research with 70.37% and 67.41% are rated very important This proves that the study of assessment standards and writing self-assessment reports is limited
3.3.2 The situation on the implementation of self-assessment activities of education quality accreditation of junior high school in
Ho Chi Minh City
3.3.2.1 The situation of implementing self-assessment contents
of activities of quality accreditation of junior high school in Ho Chi Minh City
The results of the survey show that the comparison with the current standard with 71.48% of the assessment is very good; external assessment planning is assessed to be 61.85% very good; the research of evaluation standard is rated very good 61.85% with the above results, proving that the schools perform well in this activity However, the report on self-evaluation of schools is still limited (40.74% of the assessments are not good), because some members of the self- assessment board of school write reports not close to reality