The European Higher Education Sector Observatory (EHESO)
date: 19/06/2024
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What is EHESO?
The EHESO is an initiative by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport, and Culture and aims to leverage the strengths of existing EU data tools and capacities, including the European Tertiary Education Register (ETER), U-MULTIRANK, Eurydice and other relevant data sources to compare, analyse and showcase the higher education sector’s performance.
It will provide comprehensive insights into the European higher education sector through four major tools:
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A European Higher Education Scoreboard monitoring the policy agenda of the European Union by showcasing relevant indicators on countries and higher education systems.
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An institutional Benchmarking Tool allowing institutions to compare and benchmark against a large sample of EU and OECD universities.
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A Student Observatory as a major European tool to inform students about study options in Europe and at European higher education institutions.
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An open access Data Centre offering open access to micro data.
Why is EHESO Relevant for Digital Education Enthusiasts?
EHESO offers enhanced transparency, allowing stakeholders to make informed decisions. It facilitates comparative analyses across institutions, disciplines, and countries, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Policymakers can use EHESO data to create and monitor evidence-based policies. Universities benefit from benchmarking and identifying best practices, ensuring excellence in teaching and research. Students gain access to comparative information, aiding in program and career decisions.
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