1. Professor Irena Papadopoulos Middlesex University Erasmus+ programme on social inclusion, diversity and global citizenship | 1 1 I. Papadopoulos, 10-02-2016, Middlesex University London Through the IENE looking glass: Social good as a value in education

2. Social or common good What do we mean by SG and why it is important to talk about it How does SG relate to education How SG promoted by ERASMUS + How does the IENE programme relate to SG What are we doing at MDX I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London

3. © Middlesex University Social Good (or common good) is generally defined as a good or service that benefits the largest number of people (society) in the largest possible way Most people perceive education as a social or common good But let us examine how education benefits society in the largest possible way I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 3 What do we mean by SG and why it is important to talk about it

4. © Middlesex University Education is principally seen in government documents as the promotion of the knowledge and skills deemed necessary for economic success. I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 4 How does SG relate to education

5. © Middlesex University According to LTRP, the first principle of effective education and learning, should be: To equip learners for life in its broadest sense. Learning should help individuals and groups to develop the intellectual, personal and social resources that will enable them to participate as active citizens, contribute to economic development and flourish as individuals in a diverse and changing society. This means that educational programmes must pay serious attention to issues of equity and social justice for all (Teaching & Learning Research Programme, ESRC 2002-09). http://www.tlrp.org/themes/themes/tenprinciples.html I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 5 How does SG relate to education

6. © Middlesex University Aristotle teaches that the highest human good is ‘eudaimonia’ (happiness, well being) To achieve ‘eudaimonia’ human beings must live a virtuous life It follows then, that social or common goods such as education should be helping people to live virtuous lives I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 6 How does SG relate to education

7. © Middlesex University How should education do that? How should education do that? Prudence (phronēsis): the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason Prudence Justice (dikaiosynē): fairness Justice Temperance (sōphrosynē): the practice of self-control, restraint, moderation Temperance Courage (andreia; tharos): fortitude, forbearance, strength, endurance, and the ability to confront fear, uncertainty, and intimidation Courage Compassion (symponia): understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it. WE ARE ALL CONNECTED Proper self love: understanding our self, caring and respecting our selves Friendship (filia): genuine, non-exploitative, wishing good for the other Forgiveness: I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 7

8. © Middlesex University We could argue that the TLRP view of education is based on Aristotle’s virtues I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 8 How does SG relate to education

9. © Middlesex University I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 9 You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do, makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make. Jane Goodall (Animal Rights Activist, Anthropologist, UN Messenger of Peace) Presentation title| 9

10. © Middlesex University My belief about the purpose of education as a common good is to help develop global citizens. My belief about the purpose of education as a common good is to help develop global citizens. This implies that both KNOWLEDGE & VIRTUES should be included into any educational programme. This implies that both KNOWLEDGE & VIRTUES should be included into any educational programme. Knowledge without virtue can be cruel and dangerous Knowledge without virtue can be cruel and dangerous ‘Virtue’ without knowledge can also be cruel and dangerous ‘Virtue’ without knowledge can also be cruel and dangerous I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 10

11. © Middlesex University A global citizen should be able to: -understand the meaning of and appreciate the value of diversity and equality -communicate with others with respect -act with compassion and genuine interest for others -to live in harmony with others not in conflict I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 11

12. © Middlesex University I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 12 How SG promoted by ERASMUS + THE FIRST PRINCIPLE OF EFFECTIVE EDUCATION Learning should help individuals and groups to develop the intellectual, personal and social resources that will enable them to participate as active citizens, contribute to economic development and flourish as individuals in a diverse and changing society. This means taking seriously issues of equity and social justice for all. FROM THE ERASMUS+ BROCHURE The encouragement of active citizenship and entrepreneurship. Taking part in the programme helps people to develop personally and professionally; They gain valuable international experience, broaden their horizons, experience new cultures and discover new ways of workin g. How are the values and principles of effective education promoted through ERASMUS+ projects

13. © Middlesex University My ERASMUS story…and probably that of thousands others Being involved in ERASMUS projects has enabled me and my colleagues to create some useful outputs related to intercultural education. But the benefits go beyond the outputs. We have learnt: -differences in values -differences in communication -build common platforms -The education and healthcare systems, the transport systems etc, etc, -The history and culture of the countries -Debank our stereotypes of each other I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 13

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15. © Middlesex University I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 15 IENE1 PTT/IENE Model IENE2 Train the Teachers IENE3 CC Compassion Tools IENE4 CC C Leadership IENE5 CCC Teams FIVE PROJECTS (2008- 2017) Intercultural Education of Nurses and healthcare professionals in Europe How does the IENE programme relate to SG

16. What is Cultural Competence I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London

17. Cover slide subtitle or date What is compassion & Culturally Competent Compassion

18. © Middlesex University Virtuous Leadership (Culturally Competent and Compassionate): The interconnection of the three main constructs Cultural Competence Leadership Compassion & Courage I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 18

19. © Middlesex University IENE5 MOOC Intercultural Communication Multicultural Multidisciplinary Teams Patient Safety I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London

20. © Middlesex University What are we doing at MDX The Refresh ! The Overarching principles We put students first as partners and co-creators of educational success. We aim for the best possible outcomes for our students in employment, self-employment or further study. We promote and use diversity as a signature strength of our general education character and mission. We focus on investment in research selectivity on areas that are truly outstanding and support our strategic priorities. We collaborate to achieve together as staff, students and partners what we cannot achieve alone. We aim to lead in innovation and use of technology to deliver our mission. Mandates Student Recruitment Student Success Research, Impact & Engagement Financial Sustainability Infrastructure People and Culture: valuing our staff and students staff and students I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London

21. © Middlesex University I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 21 You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make. Jane Goodall (Animal Rights Activist, Anthropologist, UN Messenger of Peace) Presentation title| 21

22. © Middlesex University Thank you r.papadopoulos@mdx.ac.uk r.papadopoulos@mdx.ac.uk I.Papadopoulos, Changing Lives through Mobility and Cross-border Cooperation: People and Culture, 10-02-2016, London | 22