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The implementation of the Bologna Process

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This study identifies the responsibilities of the bodies and institutions involved in the implementation of the Bologna Process. They include the levels of Europe, nations, higher education institutions, departments, degree programmes, teachers and students. The future planning is analysed using the Balanced Scorecard approach designed for the communication and implementation of the strategy. The approach is used to analyse the objectives of European education policy from the different perspectives. Strategic planning and quality assurance are most efficient when they are transformed into action at the closest possible point to teaching and learning.

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    Juha Kettunen & Mauri Kantola

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Kettunen, J., Kantola, M. The implementation of the Bologna Process. Tert Educ Manag 12, 257–267 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11233-006-9000-9

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