CORE QUALITY CRITERIA:

Progress and Sustainability

Main aspects important for quality assurance in the case of progress and sustainability.

QUALITY INDICATORS (CORE AND ADDITIONAL/DESCRIPTORS)

What might indicate quality in the partnership?

EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT INDICATORS

What evidence is available to support the inclusion of the indicators?

EXAMPLES FROM CASE STUDY:

Limerick City of Learning

• Benefits identified are broad-based (not just education-linked)

• Links between all these dimensions (as to the value of learning) are understood and demonstrated

• Review broader regional development strategies to determine influence of LR strategy

Very broadly-based outcome indicators were agreed. These covered expected benefits in terms of:

• “Creating a spark for Learning” – enthusiasm amongst relevant institutions
• Giving children and young people the best start in life
• Fostering a thriving and inclusive city,  and
• Promoting Quality Learning Environments

LINK TO SUMMARY STRATEGY DOCUMENT