Navigating Crisis in Higher Education

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-07338-3
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 178 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm

Drawing on insights from Lean practitioners, faculty, and researchers worldwide, and using the COVID-19 pandemic as a key example, this book explores the challenges and opportunities that arise in higher education during times of crisis.

Global crises—whether stemming from pandemics, political upheavals, technological shifts, or financial instability—have prompted higher education institutions to reevaluate how they deliver education. While these challenges undoubtedly create significant pressure, they also serve as a catalyst for change, compelling institutions to adapt quickly, innovate, and discover new ways to support students and maintain operations. Set against the backdrop of the recent pandemic, this book offers an in-depth exploration of the key lessons learned, and covers essential topics such as financial health and sustainability, emergency preparedness, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in both academic and administrative processes within higher education institutions. It also delves into the downstream effects of crisis-related decisions, highlighting how these choices can shape the future.

Designed for individuals working in higher education and emergency response roles who want to explore how the lessons learned from recent disruptions can shape the future of education delivery, this book will help administrators prepare for and adapt to emerging challenges in a world where the realities of tomorrow are yet to be imagined.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate and Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Singh, Jitendra

Shannon, Chris

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Bereichsspezifisches Management Management: Führung & Motivation
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulen, Schulleitung Universitäten, Hochschulen
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik Bildungswesen: Organisation und Verwaltung
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulen, Schulleitung Schulleitung, Schulentwicklung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Entscheidungsfindung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Unternehmensorganisation, Corporate Responsibility Unternehmenskultur, Corporate Governance
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizin, Gesundheitswesen Public Health, Gesundheitsmanagement, Gesundheitsökonomie, Gesundheitspolitik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Dedication. Editor Biographies. Contributing Author Biographies. Acknowledgements.Foreword: Daniel P Malloy. Introduction: Jitendra Singh and Chris J Shannon. 1. Challenges and Opportunities in Higher Education Delivery in Crisis: Kim-Marie Jenkins. 2. Developing a Crisis Leadership Mindset: Considerations for Global Leaders in Higher Education: Ralph Gigliotti. 3. Financial Issues and Sustainability in Higher Education: Ryan Low and Michelle Malott. 4 Emergency Preparedness & Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Jitendra Singh, Nadia Rocio De La Asuncion Egas Tapia, Brehley Dewald, Vaishnavi Singh. 5. The Downstream Consequences of Crisis Decision Making: Candice Beckman and Stephen Yorkstone. 6. Navigating Through Crisis in Higher Education: Bikram Ghosh and Kim-Marie Jenkins. 7. Higher Education Responses to the COVID-10 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study: Chris J Shannon and Stephen Yorkstone. 8. Crises in Context: Regional Responses to COVID-19, and Contemporary Challenges: Stephen Yorkstone and Chris J. Shannon. Conclusion. Bringing It All Together: Mapping the Road Ahead: Jitendra Singh

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Jitendra Singh is an Associate Dean, Professor, Head of Department and Director in the School of Health Professions at Mississippi State University Meridian. Prior to his current role, he served as a Professor, Chair, and Director of Healthcare Management and Leadership Programs at Minnesota State University Moorhead. He is widely recognized for his work in interprofessional education, online education, Lean principles in education, the application of artificial intelligence in healthcare, and process improvement within healthcare settings.

Chris J Shannon has over 20 years of experience as a manager and leader in higher education. He currently manages a large medical research facility in Brisbane, Australia. He is the author of Collaborative Problem Solving: A Guide to Improving Your Workplace.