Evaluation and quality in German higher education

Abstract

Guba’s simple premise, which appears on evalag’s website, lies behind the work of the evaluation at the heart of this study, namely to identify what there is, and make suggestions for improvements if necessary. This study focuses on the people who examine the status quo in German HE with an aim to suggesting ways of improving it. To do this, a number of areas need to be considered and defined. The following chapter therefore establishes the context within which this study is to be understood and helps to avoid misunderstandings of interpretation.