The report highlights the need for stronger measures to address unethical behavior and corruption in high schools and universities. It recommends promoting the punishment of such actions, revising the selection procedures of textbooks, and enhancing the involvement of teachers and parents in civic education efforts. A significant portion of the survey (2/3) confirms the presence of monetary benefits influencing academic practices, with unethical behavior most prevalent during bachelor’s studies.

Additionally, the report points to a lack of commitment from both students and academic administrative staff in the Albanian education system. It identifies that the primary drivers of corruption are the social status of some students’ parents and political influence, which contribute to a compromised educational environment. The findings suggest that greater accountability and transparency are necessary to improve the system.

Ethics in education system

This project was supported by Mary Ward Loreto Foundation.