This essay gives some definitions of the term globalisation and reviews different interpretations of what Globalisation is about. It also explores the different impacts and effects of globalisation on higher education and especially higher education institutions nationally and internationally and focuses the european perspective on globalisation. Finally, it explores the institutional level by the example of the Georg-August-University Goettingen.
Globalisation is all around in today´s society. Everyday someone in the world is using a reference to global markets, threats, environment in conversations between academic persons, advertisers, politicians and so on. The process of globalisation influenced a lot of people and areas around the world. One area is higher education and especially the institutions of higher education. Researching the impacts of globalisation on education is an ongoing process in the field of international higher education. Globalisation is a challenge for universities and other institutions around the world that is growing and growing. It does not only bring positive aspects and opportunities to the field of higher education, it also carries a lot of concerns within higher education institutions.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Defining Globalization
- Impacts of Globalization on International Higher Education
- The beginning of Globalization and its historical impact on Higher Education
- GATS and Higher Education
- The negative side of the impacts of Globalization
- International student mobility and program mobility
- The European perspective: Europeanization of Higher Education
- The policy convergence and the Bologna process and after
- Student mobility: the example of ERASMUS
- Staff mobility for teaching
- Connections between Europeanisation and Globalisation
- The institutional level: Example of the Georg August University Goettingen
- Strategy of Internationalisation at Georg August University Goettingen
- Internationalisation of the Curriculum
- Current international students at the University of Goettingen
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the impacts of globalization on international higher education at both institutional and national levels. It aims to define globalization within the context of higher education, analyze its various impacts (both positive and negative), and examine the interplay between globalization and Europeanization. A case study of Georg August University Göttingen provides a concrete institutional example.
- Defining and interpreting globalization in the context of higher education.
- Analyzing the multifaceted impacts of globalization on higher education institutions.
- Exploring the relationship between globalization and Europeanization in higher education.
- Examining the strategic internationalization efforts of a specific university.
- Illustrating the effects of globalization on student and staff mobility.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage by establishing the pervasive influence of globalization on contemporary society and its significant impact on higher education institutions worldwide. It highlights the ongoing research into globalization's effects on education and introduces the essay's structure, outlining the progression from defining globalization to examining its effects on higher education at national and international levels, with a focus on Europeanization and a case study of Georg August University Göttingen.
Defining Globalization: This chapter presents multiple interpretations of globalization, synthesizing them into a working definition for the essay. It emphasizes the multifaceted nature of globalization, encompassing economic, political, and cultural aspects, and highlights the ongoing debate surrounding its origins and driving forces. The chapter underscores the role of technological advancements and deliberate political decisions in facilitating cross-border flows of capital, information, and people.
Impacts of Globalization on International Higher Education: This chapter explores the historical and contemporary impacts of globalization on higher education. It traces the evolution of universities from their historical roots as international institutions using Latin as a common language to their current globalized form, highlighting the adoption of the European university model worldwide and the dominance of English as the language of instruction. The chapter emphasizes the ongoing transformation in higher education driven by globalization, including changes in student demographics, curriculum, teaching methodologies, and the rise of new institutional models.
The European perspective: Europeanization of Higher Education: This section analyzes the Europeanization of higher education, focusing on policy convergence initiatives like the Bologna Process and its subsequent impact. It examines student and staff mobility programs, particularly the Erasmus program, and explores the intricate connections between Europeanization and the broader context of globalization within higher education. This chapter uses the example of the Erasmus program to exemplify student mobility and shows the interconnection between Europeanization and globalization.
The institutional level: Example of the Georg August University Goettingen: This chapter delves into a specific institutional case study: Georg August University Göttingen. It examines the university's internationalization strategy, including curriculum internationalization initiatives and the composition of its current international student body. This provides a concrete example of how a single institution navigates and adapts to the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization in higher education. It would likely detail specific programs and initiatives undertaken by the university to foster international collaboration and student/staff exchange.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Globalization, Higher Education, Internationalization, Europeanization, Student Mobility, Staff Mobility, Bologna Process, Erasmus, Georg August University Göttingen, Institutional Strategy, Curriculum Internationalization.
Frequently Asked Questions: Impacts of Globalization on International Higher Education
What is the overall topic of this document?
This document is a comprehensive preview of an essay exploring the impacts of globalization on international higher education. It covers the definition of globalization in higher education, analyzes its positive and negative impacts, examines the relationship between globalization and Europeanization, and provides a case study of Georg August University Göttingen.
What topics are covered in the Table of Contents?
The table of contents includes: Introduction; Defining Globalization; Impacts of Globalization on International Higher Education (including subtopics on historical impact, GATS, negative impacts, and student/program mobility); The European perspective: Europeanization of Higher Education (including subtopics on the Bologna Process, Erasmus, staff mobility, and the connection between Europeanization and globalization); The institutional level: Example of the Georg August University Göttingen (including subtopics on internationalization strategy, curriculum internationalization, and current international students); and Conclusion.
What are the main objectives and key themes of the essay?
The essay aims to define globalization within the context of higher education, analyze its various impacts (positive and negative), examine the interplay between globalization and Europeanization, and use Georg August University Göttingen as a case study. Key themes include defining and interpreting globalization in higher education, analyzing its multifaceted impacts, exploring the relationship between globalization and Europeanization, examining a university's internationalization efforts, and illustrating the effects on student and staff mobility.
What are the chapter summaries?
The summaries detail each chapter's content. The introduction sets the stage, defining globalization in the context of higher education. Subsequent chapters delve into defining globalization, exploring its impact on higher education historically and currently, analyzing the European perspective (specifically the Bologna Process and Erasmus), and providing a case study of Georg August University Göttingen's internationalization strategies.
What specific topics are discussed within the "Impacts of Globalization on International Higher Education" chapter?
This chapter covers the historical evolution of universities, the role of English as a dominant language, the adoption of the European university model globally, changes in student demographics and curriculum, shifts in teaching methodologies, and the emergence of new institutional models. It also discusses the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) and its relevance to higher education.
What is the significance of the Georg August University Göttingen case study?
The case study provides a concrete example of how a specific university navigates and adapts to globalization in higher education. It examines the university's internationalization strategy, its curriculum internationalization initiatives, and the composition of its international student body. This illustrates how a single institution responds to the opportunities and challenges of globalization.
What keywords are associated with this essay?
The keywords are: Globalization, Higher Education, Internationalization, Europeanization, Student Mobility, Staff Mobility, Bologna Process, Erasmus, Georg August University Göttingen, Institutional Strategy, Curriculum Internationalization.
What is the relationship between globalization and Europeanization in higher education, as discussed in this document?
The document explores the intricate connections between these two concepts. Europeanization, particularly through initiatives like the Bologna Process and the Erasmus program, is presented as a significant aspect of globalization in higher education. The essay examines how these European initiatives contribute to the broader trends of international student and staff mobility, curriculum harmonization, and the overall globalization of higher education.
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- Laura Kirchhoff (Author), 2017, The impact of globalisation on international higher education at institutional and national level, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/478295
