The effect of change on learning and development: an education-based proposal

Purpose Underscoring the need of, yet challenge with, implementing change, even when necessary Design/methodology/approach A reflective essay based on long term academic leadership Findings While the pressure for change is all around, educational institutions struggle with implementing necessary restructuring mechanisms, due to internal myopia and external policy pressures Research limitations/implications Stressing the need for scholars and practitioners to join forces toward actually developing workable educational models in a changing world Practical implications An invitation: - to educational institutions to step up contemplations toward more revolutionary approaches, - to business stakeholders to pledge greater openness to educational transformations, and - to regulating bodies to reassess quality standards Originality/value Bringing the importance of education in light of general accessibility