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What strategies could be employed to minimise resistance to change among university staff?
#1 · 20 February 2025, 11:44
Resistance to change is a common challenge in universities, particularly when implementing new initiatives or technologies. Effective strategies to minimize this resistance are essential
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#2 · 9 March 2025, 11:59
Incorporating the processes as a daily routine in a efficient way. These changes must be not incorporated as added work, they must be included as a new way to do the things.
#3 · 20 March 2025, 13:50
To minimize resistance to institutional change at small and peripheral universities (as most of the ones existing in outermost regions), strategies to be implemented must focus on engagement, communication, and gradual implementation, namely:
- Inclusive Decision-Making – Involve faculty in shaping reforms through advisory committees and pilot programs to foster ownership.
- Transparent Communication – Explain the rationale for change using regular updates and success stories from similar institutions.
- Targeted Professional Development – Offer training and mentorship to help staff adapt while recognizing early adopters.
- Institutional Framing – Align changes with the university’s identity and long-term sustainability to make them feel necessary and natural.
- Phased Implementation – Introduce changes gradually, allowing adaptation and flexibility to address concerns.