The Credibility Of Third-Party Evaluation Of Vocational Education Quality: Obstacles And Mitigation Strategies

Abstract

Based on existing literature, the credibility of third-party evaluations of vocational education quality has been thoroughly examined. These studies indicate that third-party evaluation institutions face issues such as a lack of professionalism, difficulty in ensuring fairness and authority, and challenges in maintaining public welfare. The reasons for these problems include the weakening of non-governmental organizations’ credibility by traditional “government-dependent” trust relationships, the negative effect of diversified value demands during social transitions, the breakdown of the “familiar” trust model in a “mobile” society, and the trust crisis caused by information asymmetry between market stakeholders. On this basis, it is recommended to establish a credibility assurance system grounded in the rule of law, enhance professionalism through scientific certification and management, and promote the transformation from personalized trust to institutionalized trust.