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Even if somewhat controversial
especially concerning the methodological aspects, they are quite popular and seen as a useful instrument for public
information, while also providing an additional incentive to quality improvement. Ranking league tables are generally
published in the popular press and magazines, specialist journals and or on the Internet. The ranking process starts
with the collection of data from existing data sources, site visits, studies, and institutional research. Following
collection, the type and quantity of variables are selected from the information gathered. Then, the indicators are
standardized and weighted from the selected variables. Finally, the calculations are conducted and comparisons are made
so that institutions are sorted into ranking order. Ranking league tables make use, in the process of evaluation of
institutions or programmes, of a range of different indicators.
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