An Exploration in Establishing Successful International Education Partnerships Aige Guo, PhD Office of Global Initiatives The University of Toledo China-US Higher Education Symposium June 15, 2011, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China

In this presentation -- International education partnerships Models Challenges / Obstacles Key components for success

International Education Partnerships International involving two or more countries different cultures, values, markets, systems, developing status, and languages Education focusing on academic improvement (faculty and students) Partnerships cooperation based on mutual interest and benefits

Models Degree-oriented programs (exchange programs for students) Regulation admission with special considerations Students coming to the other campus and taking the entire curriculum after completion of degree(s) in home institutions “2+2” or “3+1” programs Students attending the other institution about half way through study in home institutions Short-term study with transferrable credits Faculty Development (exchange programs for faculty) Teaching methodology / visiting scholars Teaching in partner institutions for established curricula Possible to be additional to degree programs

Challenges / Obstacles Challenges MOU signed, but not much activities; well-intentioned programs not being followed through curriculum adjustment administrative changes Obstacles language pricing international competitors

Key Components Identify needs and resources in home institutions Find the right university and the right programs Communicate expectations and understand regulations and requirements Appoint a key coordinator for international programs in each institution and a key contact for each program: agreement – work – follow up Maintain multiple programs: initiate new programs at different points of time

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