Networked Systems. Factors Explaining the Functioning of Collaborative Arrangements of School and Community Agents for Improving Education: Findings From a Mixed-Method Multiperspectives Longitudinal Study

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Abstract

This paper reports on final findings from phase 1 and 2 of a national program of 22 regional networks. The analysis draws on quantitative as well as qualitative data. The analysis of the qualitative data show that exchanges of knowledge between different agents and institutions have intensified over time. The various agents and institutions of formal and non-formal education are more aware of each other and better informed about the functions and services of others. Quantitative data shows inconsistent findings for different networks. A path model shows that trust in the beginning had a significant impact on cooperation at the end of the project phase. The model matches the literature.

Authors

• Stephan Gerhard Huber, University of Teacher Education Zug

• Anja Koszuta, University of Teacher Education Zug