Assessing BNQF Standards: A Study on Some Selected Universities in Bangladesh

Abstract

Purpose: The primary aim of this study is to assess adherence to and comprehension of BNQF standards, with the overarching goal of enhancing educational quality within Bangladeshi universities.

Methods: This research adopts an interpretive paradigm and employs inductive reasoning, utilizing in-depth interviews with 30 respondents, including teachers, students, and staff from eight public universities in Bangladesh, selected through purposive sampling. Qualitative methods were chosen to allow interviewees to candidly express their perspectives, emphasizing the identification of key themes.

Findings: This research highlights the importance of fostering an interactive learning atmosphere, promoting active student engagement, ensuring adequate facilities, updating curricula, employing student-centered teaching methodologies, implementing effective assessment strategies, enhancing governance practices, cultivating a research-oriented culture aligned with industry needs, and addressing comprehensive enhancements necessary to elevate the quality of higher education in Bangladesh.

Implications: Based on these findings, institutions can work towards establishing an interactive learning environment that enhances student engagement and prepares them for future endeavors. This research makes a significant contribution to improving quality standards within Bangladeshi universities.

Limitations: This study focuses on a limited sample size to explore rich descriptions and elaborate narratives rather than seeking statistical generalizations. However, this limitation restricts the broader applicability, validity, and comprehensiveness of the conclusions and recommendations presented in the discussion.