Training model of the European Higher Education Area: Students¿ evaluation

Abstract

The European Higher Education Area (EHEA) has demanded deep transformations in teaching methods and in the way students work. What are the mindsets of students regarding the training model within this relatively new framework? Given the importance of the students in this process, in this paper we analyze the results of a study carried out at the University Pablo de Olavide of Seville on students¿ evaluation about the new training model. A qualitative methodology, based on discussion groups, is used. Four focus groups were set up. The key results of the study indicate that students evaluate the positive and negative aspects of the model proposed by the implementation of the convergence process, namely: training based on competences, the autonomous learning, the assessment of tutorial systems, and the new evaluation methods. Finally, we identify certain issues for the improvement in the execution of this model.