Collaborative governance in higher-education residential centers

An exploratory mixed-methods study on character development potential

Bibliographic Data

ID21753876
AuthorsJuan P Dabdoub (0000-0003-3750-0685), Aitor R Salaverría (0000-0001-9894-2917), Marvin W Berkowitz (0000-0003-4335-6405)
Year2026
Publication date2026-05-13
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueEstudios sobre Educación (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1578-7001 • E-ISSN: 2386-6292
PublisherUniversidad de Navarra (PUBLISHER • ES)
DOI10.15581/004.52.004
OpenAlexW7161006462
LanguageEN
References cited18

This study explores collaborative governance in highereducation residential centers as a means to promote character development. Its aim is to analyze how this practice is designed and implemented, the challenges it faces, and the opportunities it offers. A mixed-methods questionnaire was administered to directors of 35 centers across six countries. Results show that, although collaborative governance is common, it rarely relies on evidence-based pedagogical models or systematic assessment. Findings reveal training gaps, limited student participation in key decisions, and opportunities to strengthen character development through intentional, research-informed governance design

Accountability · Collaborative governance · Corporate governance · Exploratory research · Ethics in Business and Education · Higher Education Research Studies · Values and Moral Education

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