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Cecilia Santana 1 * , Carlos Ortiz 2
Doi: https://doi.org/10.54216/FPA.190208
This study aimed to identify the most relevant factors influencing the effectiveness of self-assessment and external evaluation processes in higher education in Ecuador. Through an analytical approach, the DEMATEL method integrated with neutrosophic logic was employed to evaluate interactions, prioritize these factors, and enhance information fusion in decision-making. The methodology allowed for the incorporation of inherent uncertainty and subjectivity in evaluation, generating a more adaptive and robust model for integrating multiple sources of information. The results revealed that key factors included the clarity of quality indicators, institutional commitment to continuous improvement, training of evaluators, and institutional infrastructure. Furthermore, the study highlighted that the fusion of internal and external evaluation data is crucial for a comprehensive quality assessment. The most influential factors within the system were identified as the impact of evaluation results on decision-making and infrastructure quality. Findings indicate that improving educational quality in Ecuador requires strengthening data integration mechanisms, ensuring coherence between self-assessment and external evaluation, and optimizing the interaction between different quality assurance processes. It is recommended to enhance information fusion strategies in quality assurance policies to improve the efficiency and accuracy of evaluation processes in higher education.
Information fusion , Quality assessment , Higher education , University self-assessment , DEMATEL method , Neutrosophic logic
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