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SWOT Analysis of Veterinary and Animal Science Education in India: Implications for Policy and Future Directions
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Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension . 2012 18(4):387-407. - Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- 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.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1389-224X
- Volume :
- 18
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ973316
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/1389224X.2012.684801