The potential of theories on human learning in quality assurance practices : A case study from the University of Oslo

Abstract

This thesis explores the potential link between pedagogical perspectives in learning theories and quality assurance practices of teaching and learning at four different institutes and faculties at the University of Oslo. An interpretation of elements in the Norwegian Quality Assurance System with respect to teaching and learning is combined with the discussion of a potential link through content analysis of reported systemic properties and practices in national and institutional documents and pedagogical perspectives in educational psychology. The thesis is suggestive, rather than affirmative in its conclusions and possible implications, and offers an understanding of theories on human learning that can be interpreted as being linked to the quality assurance practices of teaching and learning at selected institutional units at the University of Oslo.