Pedagogical system of managing a private innovative university in a culturally diverse educational environment/Sistema pedagógico de gestión de una universidad privada innovadora en un entorno educativo culturalmente diverso

Abstract

Introduction: The educational system, like other spheres of life (cultural, social, economic), is currently facing serious changes. Education managers should take into account modern challenges occurring in society in order to build effective education process in rapidly changing conditions.

Objective: To describe the pedagogical system of managing a private innovative university in a culturally diverse educational environment. A culturally diverse environment is considered by the authors in a broad sense - as the inclusion into the educational process of people with different cultures (different national, linguistic, religious characteristics, worldviews, traditions, family education, values), as well as people with different intellectual and physical abilities.

Method: A mixed-method approach was used: literature review to study theoretical background of managing a private innovative university in a culturally diverse educational environment; and empirical study with the participation of 1,676 students from Kazan Innovative University. Respondents answered an eight-question survey using Google Forms.

Results: The pedagogical system of managing a private innovative university described in this paper is a complex organizational structure that has three missions: educational, research and socially oriented. This system is built on the principles of multiculturalism, accessibility, cultural conformity and dialogue of cultures.

Conclusions: The results of this research can be used by managers and teachers of educational organizations of higher education in Russia and other countries when designing a pedagogical system of university management for a culturally diverse environment.