WORK PROGRAM OF THE DEAN OF THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2024/2025

1. Introduction: Objectives and Guiding Principles

The Work Program of the Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University “Ukshin Hoti” Prizren is founded on the importance, role, and leadership position of the Faculty as a key institution in the education and professional development of teachers and educators within the education system of the Republic of Kosovo.

While the Program focuses primarily on the internal development and improvement of the Faculty of Education, it also has a direct impact on advancing educational and pedagogical activities within society as a whole. Consequently, it places a shared responsibility on both the Dean and the institution he leads.

2. Strategic Priorities for the Academic Year 2024/2025

To maintain and strengthen its leading position in the national system of pre-primary and primary education, the Work Program for 2024/2025 will focus on the following strategic areas:

1. Development and enhancement of academic and institutional organization of the Faculty as a key national entity in the field of education.
2. Advancement of educational theory and practice, supported by scientific and professional research.
3. Strengthening institutional influence in the formulation and implementation of educational strategies and development policies, with a special focus on pre-primary and primary education.
4. Improving regional and international cooperation, grounded in verifiable scientific results and successful academic experiences.
5. Enhancing institutional, scientific, and professional capacities of the Faculty as a key driver of continuous professional development for teachers and educators.
6. Securing and improving financial, material, and technological resources to ensure sustainable growth and academic excellence.

3. Core Principles for Implementation

The achievement of these objectives will be guided by the following principles:

• Legality and transparency in faculty governance and staff activities;
• Respect for the Code of Ethics and professional integrity;
• Academic autonomy of the Faculty as an educational and research institution;
• Fair and merit-based evaluation of academic work and achievements;
• Respect for institutional tradition while ensuring continuous improvement of quality;
• Equality and equal opportunities for all departments and study programs;
• Protection of the public interest from any misuse for private gain;
• Protection of students’ rights and dignity, ensuring full respect for all obligations arising from the educational process.

4. Key Areas of Focus for 2024/2025

Based on these goals and principles, the Faculty of Education will concentrate its activities during the academic year 2024/2025 on the following key areas:

1. Study programs and accreditation processes
2. Students and academic support services
3. Teaching quality, academic staff, and performance evaluation
4. Scientific and professional research activities
5. Academic and professional publishing
6. International cooperation and Erasmus+ projects
7. Community engagement and collaboration with universities, ministries, and relevant institutions
8. Institutional organization and faculty management
9. Workplace conditions, library development, IT systems, and infrastructure improvement

10. Participation in developmental and research projects that enable funding for the advancement of scientific, teaching, and infrastructural activities of the Faculty.