Demonstration Quote by Ruth Simmons
“It is not enough to give money for demonstration projects. From the very beginning plans should be made for the scaling-up of successful innovations.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Higher Education Policy, 2015
Funding must include plans for scaling successful projects, not just pilot demonstrations.
In simple terms: Scale up successful ideas, not just fund pilots.
Key Takeaway
Design programs with built‑in scaling strategies.
Themes
education
innovation
scaling
policy
investment
Mood
analytical
optimistic
strategic
Type
policy
educational
strategic
When to use this quote
- grant writing
- project design
- policy advocacy
- institutional planning
- technology transfer
Key Concepts
systemic change
sustainable development
impact assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can scaling be built into early project stages?
- What metrics ensure successful scaling?
A Different Perspective
Scaling can be limited by resources and institutional inertia.
