Keywords
Education
Wide perspective
Entrepreneurship Education Program
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Abstract
Purpose: This article explores the shift from a ‘narrow’ to a ‘wide’ conceptualization of Entrepreneurship Education, emphasizing its role in fostering entrepreneurial mindsets beyond business creation. It discusses key challenges in evaluating ‘wide’ Entrepreneurship Education programs, integrating technology, and engaging students.
Design/methodology/approach: The study is based on a review of contemporary Entrepreneurship Education literature, highlighting evolving theoretical frameworks, performance evaluation methods, and technological integration in Entrepreneurship Education programs.
Findings: The transition to ‘wide’ Entrepreneurship Education requires new assessment methodologies, pedagogical innovations, and adaptive educational strategies. Traditional business-centric evaluation frameworks are insufficient for measuring mindset development and long-term impacts. Technology plays a dual role, both enhancing and challenging Entrepreneurial Education implementation. Additionally, social values and global challenges can serve as entry points to engage students in Entrepreneurship Education programs.
Practical and social implications: A broader Entrepreneurship Education approach can better equip students with competencies applicable across various social and economic domains. Insights into effective program design, student engagement strategies, and assessment methods can inform educational policies and institutional practices. Moreover, integrating digital tools and aligning Entrepreneurial Education with societal challenges can enhance its accessibility and relevance.
Originality of the study: This paper contributes to the ongoing discourse on ‘wide’ Entrepreneurship Education by synthesizing recent scholarly perspectives and identifying critical areas for future research. It highlights the need for new theoretical models, educator training strategies, and comprehensive evaluation frameworks to support the evolution of Entrepreneurship Education in contemporary educational contexts.
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