Self-Study Processes : A Guide for Postsecondary and Similar Service-Oriented Institutions and Programs

The latest edition of Kells's groundbreaking work on deriving the maximum benefit from the self-evaluation process has been extensively rewritten to place a strong emphasis on quality assurance and building a culture of self-regulation within the institution. The author discusses how to design an effective, efficient self-study program to fit each institution's situation as well as how to generate enthusiasm for the process and its potential to improve programs. The book ably demonstrates how the self-study process is applicable not only to the effective management of institutions, but also to satisfying the requirements of the accreditation process.

HERBERT R. KELLS is professor emeritus, Rutgers University, and an independent consultant who resides in Copenhagen, Denmark. He is visiting professor, Center for Higher Education Management at the Danbury Park Management Centre, Anglia Polytechnic University, Chelmsford, UK. From 1974 to 1990, Dr. Kells was professor of higher education at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, U.S.A. Before that he was associate director, Commission on Higher Education, the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools in the U.S.A. Dr. Kells received his Ph.D. from Rutgers University and is professor emeritus there.

Dr. Herbert R. Kells is professor emeritus at Rutgers University and is also visiting professor, Center for Higher Education Management, at the Danbury Park Management Centre, Anglia Polytechnic University, Chelmsford, UK.