The government has approved a proposal from the Ministry of Education and Science regarding changes to the selection and appointment process for rectors in public higher education institutions. These changes aim to address issues with the interview phase of the process, as well as the evaluation and examination procedures for ensuring program quality. Participants will now have the option to appeal for a new program based on program requirements, and negative evaluations of data transfer or evaluations from second organizations will be resolved. The proposal also suggests dividing program evaluation into two components: “quality” and “individual work.”

During the program implementation, the results of program evaluation by professional committees will be presented, along with a positive evaluation of the head of the commission. There will be a one-year probation period for the head of the commission, during which their work will be evaluated and analyzed. The proposal puts forth solutions for negative evaluations of the commission’s work or institutional results, as well as the head of the commission. It emphasizes continuous improvement and learning from errors.

To fully implement the evaluation and approval of the head of the commission, a one-year performance evaluation with objective assessment indicators is proposed. The head of the commission will be considered to have passed the probation period if they receive at least 20 points. The positive evaluations of the head of the commission by professional committees and the director will now be considered as passing the commission. The commission will have the authority to provide information about the probation period and its results.

The proposed legislative changes aim to improve the quality of education by creating a foundation for continuous improvement and support. They also extend the powers of the head of the commission to ensure proper evaluation, analysis, and conclusion of results. These changes will address shortcomings identified during open hearings, promote transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness, and support continuous improvement of program outcomes.