Quality of Work Life in Higher Education Institutions during a Pandemic

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31619/caledu.n57.1218

Keywords:

educational management, higher education, work, pandemic

Abstract

We aim to revisit the applicability of the Macroelements of Quality of Life at Work (QLW) in HEIs in times of a pandemic. This research"s objective is to answer the question: Is it possible to apply the QWL macro-elements in HEIs in times of a pandemic? This qualitative research uses documentary analysis and empirical data from a mixed focus group. The theoretical framework is grounded in the hierarchy of macroelements of the conceptual model of quality of work life management. The results show major changes in people's behavior and institutional policies for QLW; a rereading of macroelements in times of pandemic; and the emergence of the adaptability macroelement. We consider the need to revisit the global protocols, resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, aimed at caring for the holistic health of people and re-discussing the concepts of quality of life, quality of life at work and the workplace.

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Published

2023-01-03

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No. 57 (2022): Revista Calidad en la Educación

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RESEARCH PAPERS

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