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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Cross-cultural Communication

    Lucy Hobgood-Brown

    Abstract: The international students at the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) enhance their studies with a range of practice-focused assignments, vibrant multi-cultural activities and collaborative industry links. These can range from work experience at the Sydney Opera House to cheering local footy teams with “cultural interpreters” who are also classmates.

    This paper explores some of the ingredients for cross cultural learning used by Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) students, using the two-way symmetrical…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Student Support

    Gavin Sanderson

    Abstract: This paper reports on research undertaken in a university department to determine if academic staff used a range of theory-based practical teaching strategies that are promoted to assist international students adjust to Australian academe and support their learning. The department has an enrolment of 50 per cent international students and is located at a medium-size Australian university that is in the planning phase of internationalising its teaching and learning activities. A ‘mixed…

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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Academic

    Dr Gavin B. Sanderson

    Abstract: Whilst attention as seen paid over the past decade to internationalisation at the organisational level, and, lately, to the international student experience, this presentation focuses on internationalisation at the level of the individual lecturer, that is, the internationalisation of the ‘academic self ’. delegates will be introduced to the main characteristics of the Profile of the Ideal Lecturer for the international classroom, an educational model that originates from Western…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Study Abroad

    Ana Deumert, Simon Marginson, Chris Nyland, Gaby Ramia, Erlenawati Sawir

    Abstract: Between 1995 and 2001, the number of international students studying in OECD nations rose from 1.3 to 1.6 million (OECD 2003), and the cross-border delivery of education, via foreign branch campuses and in distance education modes, also increased significantly. Global demand for international education is fed by the growth in globally mobile work especially in business studies, and information…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Policy

    Barbara A Giorgio

    Abstract: International Education can be viewed as a finger on the pulse of the world of international relations. It provides a view of where we are heading as a global community. By looking at how it is unfolding within our own shores of Australia, we can gauge how far we as a player on the world stage, have come in meeting the goals of education. Philosophy of Education is a core component…

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  • 03:35 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Academic

    Dr.V.K.Varughese

    Abstract:  This research study investigated approaches by international students from vastly
    different educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds to learning and their academic
    performance in Foundation Studies (FS) at RMIT University. This paper explores the
    effect of the interactions between various demographic variables and learning traits on
    students’ performance under Traditional method of Teaching and Learning (TTL) and
    Problem Based method of Learning (PBL). Most universities around the world run Read more...

  • 03:43 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Student Support

    Mr Wai Ken Wong, Mr Douglas Tsoi, Ms Wesa Chau, Mr Amgad Elmahdi, Mr Darren Li

    Abstract: International students studying in Australia bring with them a diversity of cultural views, values and
    observations. Adapting to a country such as Australia poses as a challenge for international students
    due to the difference in culture and values. Not only are they faced with the issues of becoming
    accustomed to a different set of views,…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Study Abroad

    Chika Anyanwu

    Abstract:  The Federal Government funding cuts since the 1990s have forced many (if not all) Australian universities to find alternative means to subsidise such shortfalls, one of these being increased international enrolment. One of the consequences of this new economic direction is the influx of international students with new kinds of expectations and overwhlmed academic and administrative staff who have not fully appreciated or undertood the full import of such dramatic academic cultural…

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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Academic

    Jocelyn Wolfe

    Abstract : Writing about music is fundamental to the study of music in a university. This may not be surprising to most people familiar with study in tertiary institutions in Australia. However, many aspiring young musicians coming from overseas to study music in Australia are not prepared for this aspect of their music education. Their lack of preparedness is, first, in understanding what the academic requirements are…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Academic

    Mark Dougherty, Yella Siril

    Abstract:  In 2001 Högskolan Dalarna launched a masters programme in computer science. This programme has attracted a large number of applications from international students. This has yielded many exciting opportunities, but also given rise to some problems, both practical and academic. A key element of the success in solving some of these problems has been to make the programme highly modular in structure, allowing two intakes per year. This has been…

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  • 05:14 - 18.01.2009 Articles >> Cross-cultural Communication

    Shannon Weiley, Helen Bryce and Jason Sommers

    Abstract: In response to globalisation, the number of students engaging in studies abroad and cross-cultural
    living has significantly increased. This paper explores the extent to which social isolation and
    loneliness is evident within international student’ cohorts, and further examines the advantages of
    using technological communication to decrease the feeling of social isolation and loneliness within
    international student groups. The advantages and disadvantages of applying…

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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Student Support

    Paula Dunstan

    Abstract:  The substance of this paper was delivered at the 2007 Australian International Education Conference in Melbourne, and presented as a stimulus for discussion about practical approaches to the issues of international student support management. This later version contains additional material that reflects the discussion and panel presentations at the AIEC session.

    The impetus for this presentation remains the responses of providers to Standard 6 of…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2005 Articles >> Cross-cultural Communication

    Diana Collett

    Abstract: International students invest large sums of money when choosing to study in English speaking Universities. They are hoping for opportunities to immerse themselves in English language and Western style culture. Local students attending the same university have completely different expectations. Frequently a cultural divide occurs between the two groups typified by awkward silences, unmet expectations and stereotyping. This widely documented phenomenon has inspired Academic staff to devise clever strategies as desperate attempts…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Study Abroad

    Debra Langton

    Abstract: Two years ago, under the duress of exponential growth in all areas, Macquarie International undertook a significant restructure. The redesign was driven by volume, resourcing issues (both financial and human), relationship management, marketing considerations and professional development opportunities for all staff. One of the major outcomes of the restructure was the creation of Macquarie Abroad, a specialised unit for all of Macquarie’s short term eg study abroad and exchange initiatives. In light…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2006 Articles >> Academic

    Dr Mona Chung, Martin Kelliher, Dr Wendy Smith

    Abstract: The higher education environment in Australia has undergone a radical change since the
    1980s with the phenomenal increase in the intake of international students, particularly from what are referred to as Confucian Heritage Cultures (CHC): China, Korea, Japan, Malaysia and Singapore. Students from these countries view the Australian higher education system very favourably. The present increase in the proportion of full-fee paying students at…

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  • 05:31 - 18.01.2009 Articles >> Multi-ethnic Communication

    Sarah Beaven, Mary Furnari

    15 months ago in Christchurch, concern about a perceived increase in anecdotal reporting of incidents of racial/cultural harassment in public places triggered an ongoing collaboration between staff members from the above institutions. To date this collaboration has produced 3 related but distinct initiatives – an early dialogue with the Christchurch Press (the city’s large daily newspaper), a Welcome poster campaign, and the development of anonymous online reporting. The presentation will outline…

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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Student Support

    Hedley Reberger

    Abstract: This paper examines the academic performance in a longitudinal study or group of 25 students who were admitted to an Australian University in 2004. The cohort all studied secondary education and made application to the University through Tertiary Admission Centre. Quantitative data examining the performance for this group has been collected at the conclusion of each semester or total of 7 semesters, living a data et panning for the proposed three years…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Academic

    Anne Ellerup Nielsen, Peter Kastberg, Ph.d.

    Abstract:  Recent years have seen a gradual burring of boundaries between core academic disciplines such as linguistics, economics, politics, sociology, etc. There are many factors which have contributed to this change, for example our global economy where networking, transparency, learning, and knowledge management seem to be the key to capital, consumers, the press, etc. Such developments point towards increasingly interdisciplinary knowledge. Some universities have reacted to this demand for…

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  • 04:05 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Cross-cultural Communication

    Dr Shanton Chang and Dr Sophie Arkoudis

    Abstract: This paper focuses on unpacking the myths and assumptions around engagement between international and local students. By exploring current literature on socialisation and practices within the higher education sector, the discussion will concentrate on possible research agendas in the area of socialisation and localinternational student engagement. The paper will highlight some of the strengths of current literature and practice as well as some of the gaps that…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2005 Articles >> Student Support

    Helen Forbes-Mewett

    Abstract: Though the social and economic security of international students is an important factor influencing student and parent decisions regarding where to access international education, researchers have paid little attention to defining the notion of "security". Drawring on literature from a range of fields, the current paper is used to advance the concept of cultural difference and relocation. These issues are contexualised within the rising international educational market and how pastoral care is…

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Media Release - AFIS condemns unethical seizure of its name Print E-mail
Friday, 26 June 2009

AFIS condemns unethical seizure of its name


Wednesday, 17 June 2009 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Australian Federation of International Students (AFIS) condemns the arbitrary seizure of its name outside
Victoria and the attempt to circumvent and prohibit its interstate activities

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