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Student Mobility in National and International Landscapes

Student Mobility in National and International Landscapes. Dr Janet Brown Chief Executive. Drivers. Blurring of national & international boundaries Interconnectedness of the world Need for global solutions to global problems Building a knowledge society Achieving more together

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Student Mobility in National and International Landscapes

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  1. Student Mobility in National and International Landscapes Dr Janet Brown Chief Executive

  2. Drivers • Blurring of national & international boundaries • Interconnectedness of the world • Need for global solutions to global problems • Building a knowledge society • Achieving more together • Mobility important: • Community/society • Individuals • Institutions • Relationships between countries and governments

  3. Community/Society • Growth • Productivity • Shared knowledge • Increased understanding of the world and its interconnectedness • Otpimises resources

  4. Individuals • Widens horizons • Provides experience beyond own community or society • Increases understanding of other systems and cultures • Produces confident individuals able to operate in many contexts • Generates innovative and creative thinking and doing

  5. Institutions • Exchange of experience and expertise • Become part of knowledge society • Encourages ‘home’ students to widen their own horizons • Adds to the status of the institution • Rich & fertile exchanges between institutions

  6. Countries and Governments • International co-operation • Fosters good international relations • Win-win situation bringing benefits to all involved • Scotland and China

  7. How do we do this – nationally and internationally

  8. SQA – ensuring student mobility • Work with industry & business incorporating global standards • Benchmarked qualifications developed by experts and practitioners • Working with institutions to strengthen articulation • Working with partners to share knowledge and expertise • UK & Scottish Governments links with Chinese Government

  9. Benefits of internationalisation

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