Restructuring Higher Education: What Works and What Doesn't in Reorganizing Governing Systems (Josse Bass Higher and Adult Education) [Hardcover]

Terrence J. MacTaggart (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 2, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0787901938 | ISBN-13: 978-0787901936 | Edition: 1st

Examines what works and what doesn't in restructuring state systems of higher education and offers guidelines for producing successful change. Describes changes from five states--detailing the political, economic, and social events that prompted the restructuring, the process by which it was implemented, and the systemic effects of restructuring.

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"'Proceed with caution' is the lesson for legislators and would-be reformers of higher education found in this book. Success or failure hinges on dealing with the hard, cold realities so thoughtfully analyzed by this group of outstanding authors." --Dr. James R. Mingle, executive director, State Higher Education Executive OfficersRestructuring Higher Education examines what actually works and what doesn't in restructuring state systems of higher education--and offers guidelines for producing successful change. The book describes the changes implemented in five states, detailing the political, economic, and social events that prompted the restructuring, the processes by which it was brought about, and the effects of restructuring on the system.

About the Author

TERRENCE J. MACTAGGART is former chancellor of the Minnesota State University system, where he is also professor of English. He has published and made presentations on topics including the economics of nontraditional programs, strategic planning, and relations between higher education and state government.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 260 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1st edition (February 2, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787901938
• ISBN-13: 978-0787901936
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,253,023 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Definitive, neccessary!, October 5, 2000

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ZAZA SIAMASHVILI "Reaganesque Republican" (Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Restructuring Higher Education: What Works and What Doesn't in Reorganizing Governing Systems (Josse Bass Higher and Adult Education) (Hardcover)

I am recommending the book to everyone who is interested in the organizational paradigms within the higher educational institutions. The author suggests many innovative ideas and his language is very easy and the style and the structure of the book very applicable. Mr. Mactaggart tried his best while illustrating the major problems associated with the issues of restructurization of these institutions and he succeeded in doing so.

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Book for Innovators!, October 4, 2000

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ZAZA SIAMASHVILI "Reaganesque Republican" (Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Restructuring Higher Education: What Works and What Doesn't in Reorganizing Governing Systems (Josse Bass Higher and Adult Education) (Hardcover)

This is the book we have been looking for and it is wonderful that we finally got the one. I am from Tbilisi, Georgia and dealing with the very problems associated with the rootly restructuring of most of the colleges and universities in my country. The book suggests many ideas to ease the problems and burden you accept when you want to change many aspects within the Alma Mater. I would suggest to everyone to get the book and read it thoroughly. I would rate the book with 10 stars!