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The Going Global2 image uses the dandelion flower as a metaphor for seeds of knowledge. Just as its filaments are scattered by the wind – or blown apart by young and old – seeds of knowledge are dispersed freely across the earth. |
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The global demand for education is increasing at all levels. More of the costs of provision are being passed on to students and their families as state funding fails to keep pace with demand. National education institutions and universities are under mounting pressure to provide cost-effective approaches to delivery. Attracting students – domestically and internationally – is more vital than ever. |
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Internationalisation of institutions |
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Throughout the world education and training institutions are reviewing critically their policies and approaches; many are asking fundamental questions about their international image and positioning. Sessions will explore appropriate internationalisation policies and approaches designed to respond to the changing needs and patterns of demand. |
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International students |
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Students are at the centre of international education – satisfying their needs and providing high quality programmes and support is essential. These sessions will consider student needs; good practice in service provision; and possible changes in the mobility and demands of international students. |
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Employment and skilled migration |
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Employers value international education experience as an asset when recruiting staff; student and academic mobility is increasingly a source of qualified workers for many host countries and immigration policies are being modified to accommodate. Sessions will explore the evolving implications of these issues. |
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Public-private partnerships |
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The last ten years have seen a tremendous growth in co-operation and collaboration between state-funded and private education institutions. International professionals from across these sectors, with experiences in a variety of modes of delivery, will present and explore future directions. |
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| Review the proceedings from Going Global in 2004. |
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