Strengthening Internationalization of HE in Armenia: Synergy between E+ HARMONY and BOOST projects Suzanna Shamakhyan Head of Department of International Cooperation Russian-Armenian University The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Basic information Harmony project aims to contribute to the development of a comprehensive internationalization strategies and their harmonization at EU and Partner Countries (Armenia, Belarus, Russia) within the framework of HEA in accordance with the main provisions of the Bologna Process through: modernization of international relation management of the partner countries universities, promoting the academic mobility, and correspondently increasing the attractiveness of the higher education systems in these countries and EU. The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Wider objective and main actions The projects’ wider objective is to contribute to increase attractiveness of HE systems, setting a HEI as centre of excellence in HE, research and innovation on global scene but according to national strategies by strengthening integration of education, R&D and innovation and internationalization of HE systems within HEA considering Bologna Process provisions. The main actions foreseen are: strengthening strategic, infrastructural & human capacities in HEIs of 3 PCs, implementation of Internationalization Action Plans in 7 HEIs, and further approval by national Ministries, the involvement of which ensures project impact on policy level and provides modernization at national development strategies. The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Project partners Project coordinator: University of Seville Aston University Kassel University SAPIENZA University of Rome Instituto Politécnico de Tomar Alexander Technological Educational Institute Eurasia International University Russian-Armenian University Belarusian State University Belarusian Trade and Economics University of Consumer Cooperatives Voronezh State University Southern Federal University Penza State University International Centre for innovation in Science, Technology and Education Ministry of Education and Science of Armenia Ministry of Education of Belarus Ministry of Education and Science of Russia The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Work packages WP 1 (DEV): Methodology development WP 2 (DEV): Survey and document analysis WP 3 (DEV): Development of Framework of a Comprehensive internationalization strategy WP 4 (DEV): Tool kits for harmonization of internationalization strategy in higher education, research and innovation in EU and Partner Countries WP 5 (QLPN): Quality Control Plan WP 6 (DISS/EXP): Dissemination & exploitation WP 7 (MNGT): Project Management The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 1: Methodology development Overall objective: to collect data falling under a pre-determined set of indicators to measure level of internationalization of the key dimensions of institutional activities, including strategic planning, teaching and learning, research and innovation, management and administration. Didactic aim: to reflect on the state of HEIs management (how the performance in key areas of international activity is followed by administration, which data is available and which data is not applicable or non-measured by HEI, etc). The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Best Practices and SAQ Methodology WP 1: Methodology development Best Practices and SAQ Methodology Tempus project PICASA 2013-2016 (Promoting Internationalization of HEIs in Eastern Neighborhood Countries through Cultural and Structural Adaptations) www.picasa.ysu.am Tempus project QATMI 2009 - 2011 (Quality Assurance Tools for the Management of Internationalization) www.c3l.unioldenburg.de/qatmi/index.html Tempus project IMPI 2009—2012 (Indicators for Mapping and Profiling Internationalisation) www.impi-project.eu Project MINT 2009 (Mapping Internationalization) by the Netherlands Organization for International Cooperation in Higher Education (Nuffic) www.nuffic.nl/mint The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 1: Methodology development Responsible partners: University of Seville (leader) and Belarussian State University (co-leader) Two versions of Self-assessment Questionnaires (SAQs) are developed: for internal use featuring more detailed data and comprehensive set of indicators, for external use, targeted at HEIs from Armenia, Belarus and Russia other than participating in the Consortium and reduced to key indicators. The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Additional Docs to be Collected for Analysis At University level WP 1: Methodology development Additional Docs to be Collected for Analysis At University level International strategy of the university Policies/procedures relevant to internationalization Structure of the university (included any relevant unit/department/responsible person for international relations) Job descriptions of individuals dealing with international relations KPI’s /objectives/targets relevant to internationalization Other relevant materials (SWOT analysis, researches outcomes and publications, field studies, filed applications (e.g. for ranking, accreditation purposes) The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Additional Docs to be Collected for Analysis At Country level WP 1: Methodology development Additional Docs to be Collected for Analysis At Country level Policies/strategies on internationalization of HE system in the country Reports on internationalization of HEI’s (rankings, results of accreditation, research outcomes and publications, surveys) Information about relevant units/departments/ministry responsible for internationalization of HEI’s Country level studies/surveys/researches on internationalization done by international organizations, other Erasmus projects, NGO’s, etc. The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Additional Docs to be Collected for Analysis At International level WP 1: Methodology development Additional Docs to be Collected for Analysis At International level International and multinational researches projects and publications/surveys/studies on internationalization of HEI’s (Word Bank, regional associations and unions, EU, CIS level studies, etc.) International and regional policy documents, strategic plans (EACEA, EUA etc.) 3. User guides developed by international organizations, associations The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 2: Survey and document analysis Deliverables 2.1 Desk and field study of EU HEIs best practice 2.2 Study of EU and National policies in education, research, invitation 2.3 Interviewing and data collecting 2.4 SWOT analysis The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 2: Survey and document analysis Participant universities – Armenia American University of Armenia National University of Architecture And Construction of Armenia Armenian National Agrarian University Armenian State University of Economics Northern University Eurasia International University Progress University French University in Armenia Russian Armenian University Gavar State University USEL University Goris State University Vanadzor State University after H. Toumanyan Gyumri State Pedagogical Institute after M. Nalbandyan Yerevan Brusov State University of Languages and Social Sciences Humanitarian Institute of Hrazdan Yerevan State Academy of Fine Arts International Accountancy Training Centre Educational Fund Yerevan State Conservatory after Komitas Yerevan State Institute of Theatre and Cinematography Khachatur Abovian Armenian State Pedagogical University Yerevan State Medical University Medical University named after St. Theresa Yerevan State University National Polytechnic University of Armenia The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 2: Survey and document analysis Armenian study on internationalization 25 participant universities of 58 licensed universities 15 State + 3 Transnational universities of 27 Most students registered in participant universities Overall analysis of the state-of-art on internationalization in HE in Armenia – by May 2017 Study reports on best practices (EU) Aston University and British higher education system University of Seville and Spanish higher education system Alexander Technological Educational Institute and Greek higher education system The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 3: Development of Framework of a Comprehensive internationalization strategy Deliverables 3.1 Development of a Framework and Action Plans by project partners 3.2 Approval of Action Plans by HEIs Administration, regional authorities, National Ministry 3.3 Implementation of Pilot Internationalization Action Plans of HEIs 3.4 Staff up-skilling in management The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Work package 4 WP4 Tool kits for harmonization of internationalization strategy in higher education, research and innovation in EU and Partner Countries 4.1. Drafting tool kits for harmonization of internationalization strategy 4.2 Approval of the developed tool kits by an Expert Board The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 5: Quality Control Plan Responsible partners: Aston University (leader) and Russian-Armenian University (co-leader) Deliverables 5.1 Quality Control Action Plan 5.2 Internal Evaluation 5.3. External Evaluation 5.4 Project Expert Board 5.5 Inter- Project Coaching The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 5: Quality Control Plan The following documents are developed: Quality Control Action Plan Evaluation forms Annex 1 – Work packages and deliverables Annex 2 – Project meetings/events Annex 3 – Project communication tools (intranet/website) Annex 4 – Progress of the project Annex 5 – Impact of the project The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
WP 6: Dissemination & Exploitation Deliverables 6.1 Project Information Materials 6.2 Project public events 6.3. Expert Community for Internationalisation of Higher education 6.4 Development & signing of collaboration agreements between partner universities The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Thank you for attention! Suzanna Shamakhyan s.shamakhyan@rau.am +374 10 27 34 07