I just read the most recent article written by Jane Knight who is world known for her work on IZN, under the topic, ‘A look on the bright side of HE internationalization’ on University World News, April 6, 2018. Issue No. 500.
Let me quote what I like na ka:
· Global issues such as climate change, food security, terrorism and epidemics are now national issues and many national issues are now global ones. Cooperation between and among countries and actors from different sectors is paramount to effectively address these challenges.
· The topic of international students continues to monopolise the discourse on internationalisation. In fact, many equate international students to internationalisation.
· The recent forecasting and perhaps exaggeration of the ‘end of internationalisation’ due to travel bans and changing immigration policies in top recruitment countries exemplifies the dominance of international students in the discourse on internationalization.
· While international students bring diverse benefits, the current driving rationales such as increased revenue, recruitment and retention of the brightest and best brains, increased standing in international rankings and a counter-balance to the fall in domestic enrolment rates due to demographic changes seem to outweigh academic, social-cultural and individual benefits for students and higher education institutions.
· IZN is a multi-dimensional and involves a much richer and more varied set of activities both on campus and abroad than only international students…..
The article reconfirms the importance of IZN beyond international student recruitment that requires cooperation within and across sectors for the benefits of individuals, higher education institutions, and the globe. This is a small world we need to care for seriously and get ready fastest to pass a healthier one to our younger generations ka.
Happy Songkran ka!
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