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T1 Spanish universities in the Shanghai ranking in education (2022–2024)
A1 Estrada Molina, Odiel
A1 Mora-Jaureguialde, Begoña
A1 Ignacio, Aguaded
K1 Science policy
K1 Higher education
K1 ShanghaiRanking
K1 Comparative analysis
K1 Evaluation
K1 Education
AB This study examines the methodologies of the Shanghai Ranking from 2022 to 2024 and their impact on the Education category. Using a multiple case study with a qualitative and comparative approach based on documentary analysis, it evaluates changes in the indicators and their influence on the positioning of Spanish universities. A change toward more quality-oriented indicators is identified, such as the removal of the "Number of papers" indicator and the introduction of "World-Class Faculty" in 2024. However, these methodologies limit the evaluation of disciplines like Education, where local impact and qualitative approaches are essential. The article proposes strategies to balance the production of globally impactful research with local relevance and improving the competitiveness of universities with fewer resources. It concludes that while the changes in the ranking foster global excellence, it is crucial to adapt the indicators to better reflect the contributions of disciplines like Education. Future research directions are also suggested, focusing on the qualitative impact of rankings on local educational development.
PB Springer Nature
SN 22547339
YR 2025
FD 2025-09-03
LK https://uvadoc.uva.es/handle/10324/80077
UL https://uvadoc.uva.es/handle/10324/80077
LA eng
NO Journal Of New Approaches In Educational Research, vol. 14, 20
NO Producción Científica
DS UVaDOC
RD 25-nov-2025