Schein's Levels of Culture can be really useful for figuring out problems in schools and universities. Let’s break it down into simpler parts:

1. Artifacts:

   • These are the things you can see at a university.
   • They include buildings, dress codes, and how people talk or behave with one another on campus.
   • If something seems off—like old facilities or strict dress codes—it might mean there are bigger problems, such as low morale or a lack of new ideas.

2. Espoused Values:

   • This is about what the school says it believes in, like its mission statement or rules about honesty in schoolwork.
   • If what the university claims to care about doesn’t match what really happens (such as favoritism when grading), it can create confusion and mistrust among students and staff.

3. Underlying Assumptions:

   • These are the deep-down beliefs that really shape what people do.
   • In schools, this could be about learning styles, welcoming different students, or whether research or teaching is seen as more important.
   • If there's a hidden belief that research is valued more than teaching, it might make teachers feel burned out and students feel unhappy.

Using Schein's model helps to see these different layers clearly. It can show what needs to change to make the school environment better for everyone.