Snags appear over franchises

Article Abstract:

Further education colleges are finding it tempting to franchise courses to other educational facilities. Courses are being franchised to schools and private training agencies. A framework for franchising is necessary as soon as possible, according to Roy Bailey, Tynemouth College's principal. Standards have fallen at Handsworth College due to franchising.

Franchises

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Mind you don't get caught in the act

Article Abstract:

United Kingdom universities and colleges of higher education are divided over whether the Human Rights Act, which came into force in 2000, will have a major impact on them. Some believe it could affect the whole area of students' rights and be the end for the role for visitors.

Laws, regulations and rules, Students, Human rights, Civil rights

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Is the answer a Midwestern model?

Article Abstract:

The confederative educational system of the University of Wisconsin is examined on the basis of the assumption that it could be used as a template for higher education in Great Britain. Financial benefits of the confederation system are emphasized.

United Kingdom, Influence, Social policy, University of Wisconsin

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