National Qualification Framework (NQF) to Promote Quality in Higher Education: Perspectives of English Educators in ASEAN Countries

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10.2991/978-2-38476-008-4_71How to use a DOI?

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National Qualification Network; English educators; Quality of education; Qualitative study

Abstract

The qualification Framework has been widely researched for the past two decades. Implementing a National Qualification Framework (NQF) aims to ensure Quality, thus promoting the accountability of the educational program in a country. This research explores the perspectives of English educators in ASEAN countries teaching at the higher education level on NQF implementation in their respective countries and how it is reflected in their professional practices. This study employs the qualitative research method; the data collected was an open-ended survey using Qualtrics^XM and analyzed using a reflexive thematic analysis approach. The research participants are English educators in ASEAN countries. The research objectives are to determine their understanding of the NQF and its implementation in their teaching context. This research explores the educator’s views on English programs and teaching English in general, which unravels the crucial aspects of their understanding of the qualification framework and how it is translated into their professional practice, as well as the challenges they face in the process. The result shows common themes concerning their conception of NQF, their implementation level, and the challenges in the personal and broader scope, which include the top-down policy approach issues, diverse ability of the English educators, and disparity among regions which lead to inequality in education. This initial study is expected to inform policy and practice and further reference for future research on NQF and its influence in ASEAN member countries.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Silfia Asning Tias
AU  - Waraporn Tongjean
AU  - Soe Soe Win
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/03/19
TI  - National Qualification Framework (NQF) to Promote Quality in Higher Education: Perspectives of English Educators in ASEAN Countries
BT  - Proceedings of the International Joint Conference on Arts and Humanities 2022 (IJCAH 2022)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 661
EP  - 671
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-008-4_71
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-008-4_71
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