Higher Education

The author reflects on the I International Congress of the Portuguese Forum for Educational Administration, expressing concern over the political tone of discussions rather than academic analysis. They highlight the frequent use of the term "neoliberal" without clear definitions and criticize the lack of data supporting claims about the negative impact of privatization in education. The author emphasizes the importance of investigating working conditions and educational quality, advocating for a balance between ideological beliefs and evidence-based conclusions. They question whether institutions are fulfilling their mission by primarily reinforcing political positions instead of producing critical knowledge.