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“I think it's very important to emphasize that there are many, many different educational institutions in what we call higher education, and they educate an enormous diversity of students. I think all of those institutions have to define particular roles for themselves; they can't do everything at…” quote by Derek Bok
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“I think it's very important to emphasize that there are many, many different educational institutions in what we call higher education, and they educate an enormous diversity of students. I think all of those institutions have to define particular roles for themselves; they can't do everything at once.”

Derek Bok

About This Quote

Source Speech: University Forum, 2005

Highlights diversity of higher education institutions, urging each to define specific roles rather than trying to do everything.

In simple terms: Institutions should focus on unique roles.

Key Takeaway

Define clear institutional missions.

Themes

education diversity strategy

Mood

strategic thoughtful

Type

educational administrative

When to use this quote

  • university administration
  • curriculum design
  • resource allocation

Key Concepts

institutional theory policy planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance specialization and breadth?
  • What defines an institution's core role?
A Different Perspective

Specialization may limit flexibility.

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