Assessment of curriculum quality through alumni research.

Authors :: Saunders-Smits, Gillian
de Graaff, Erik
Source :: European Journal of Engineering Education; May2012, Vol. 37 Issue 2, p133-142, 10p, 1 Diagram, 2 Graphs
Publication Year :: 2012
Abstract: In today's output defined society, alumni are the output of higher education. This article shows how alumni research can be used as an important indicator of curriculum quality. This relatively unexplored area of engineering education research in Europe is highlighted using a case study carried out in the Netherlands, the outcomes of which have served as a useful input for curriculum development at the institute where it was carried out. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]