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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Policy

    Cheryl Cook

    Abstract: This workshop reviews the challenges of engaging with revised legislative environment and looks at these encounters from three angles – practical application, recognition of content and function and, issues discussions. The aim is to engage industry professionals, both physically and mentally, in consolidating their awareness and examining the National Code 2007 in relation to their work requirements and encourage them to consider informed options. Through teamwork, problem solving, and strategy discussions, participants…

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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Academic

    Cathy Dickson, Assoc. Prof. Linette Lock, Dr. Michael Carey

    Abstract: International students enrolling in undergraduate nursing courses in Australian universities are an increasing presence. The literature in regard to enhancing international student success has concentrated on theoretical, or class room learning. For nursing, and other practice based disciplines, success is also required in the practical learning experience. Clinical practice experience is recognised within the profession world wide as an essential element of nurse education for…

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  • 03:50 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Cross-cultural Communication

    Lian‐Hong Brebner

    Abstract:   In the last decade New Zealand higher education has undergone drastic shifts in its social, ethnic
    and cultural landscapes. Arguably, the increased presence of Asian students in New Zealand
    universities has added value not only to the local economy but also the social and cultural
    development of domestic students (Stevens, 2005). However, anecdotal evidence seems to suggest
    otherwise (Dominion, 9 August 1995, “Racist views on Asian settlers”, p.8).…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2004 Articles >> Study Abroad

    Rob Malicki and Linda Vaughn

    Abstract:  In his ministerial statement on internationalisation of education in October 2003, Dr Brendan Nelson stated ‘Internationalisation is a two way process…yet less than 1% of Australian students travel abroad for study’. Many Australian Vice-Chancellors have already mandated student mobility targets of 10% or more, but thus far there has been little communication and sharing of strategies of how to reach these targets. This paper will consider the promotion of…

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  • 04:10 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Multi-ethnic Communication

    Negotiating trust and respect: relationships between staff members at La Trobe
    University International College and Middle Eastern Students

    Usha Rao

    Abstract:  This presentation is based on a very small action research project undertaken by the author at
    La Trobe University International College (LTUIC) early this year when there were over 200
    students from the Middle Eastern countries in ELICOS at LTUIC. The findings were first
    presented in May, 2008 at the…

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  • 05:16 - 18.01.2009 Articles >> Student Support

    Vivienne Anderson

    Abstract: International education research has long been preoccupied with the question of how to foster interaction between
    international and local students. ‘Integration’ is imagined as a desirable endpoint of interaction, where international students become part of the broader social network and local students are accepting of and open to international students. However international-ness and local-ness are problematic categories. Numerous commonalities and differences are subsumed within them, and by considering ‘interaction’ and ‘integration’…

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  • 03:32 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Academic

    Paul Stock, Janeen Mills, Terry McGrath

    Abstract:  An important feature for universities and other tertiary providers. The value of sponsoring pre preparation
    programmes to assist international graduates in their transition from study to work and re-entry to home or
    other new environments is of inestimable value to the education institution and to its students. The good
    will generated and the connectiveness for a long term alumni generated adds greatly to the esteem…

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  • 00:00 - 05.11.2004 Articles >> Student Support

    Cheryl Cook, Julie Murray and Dr Stuart Levy

    Abstract: The challenges of engaging with a university environment are encountered on at least three levels – academic, personal and cultural. Not all of these challenges are stated, visible, easily recognised or even acknowledged. As a consequence, difficulties often arise for individuals to successfully navigate their way through the uncharted waters of academia. Studies and professional experience, have shown that students repeatedly encounter common traps, difficulties and…

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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 >> Cross-cultural Communication

     

    Jill Clark, Trish Baker, Mingsheng Li

    Abstract: International research is positive about the educational benefits of working in diverse groups but there has been little New Zealand research in this area. This paper investigates how students are prepared for collaborative learning in three New Zealand tertiary institutes and identifies the particular problems experienced by Chinese students when the preparation in multi cultural classes is not carried out adequately…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2006 Articles >> Student Support

    Greg Calvert

    Abstract:  The paper draws on research of 110 international fee-paying students studying Science and Engineering courses in the Schools, Vocational Education and Training, and Higher Education sectors in nine institutions in five Australian states and territories. The research identified that 68 percent of the sample had not had career advice before coming to Australia. This has implications for students’ understandings of Australian education and training, especially entry procedures into…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2006 Articles >> Student Support

    Kylie Smith

    Abstract: The presentation takes participants through the content of our newly launched website “Keep it Safe: A Guide for International Women Students” . The website content is simple and accessible and provides comprehensive, relevant information that's easy to understand and navigate, with a positive spin on safety for women. Developed from conversations with International women students over a period of 12 months, the 9 sections together take a…

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  • 00:00 - 30.11.2007 Articles >> Policy

    Diana Collett

    Abstract: Increasing global migration and interconnectedness presents us with the challenge of finding ways to incorporate diversity and its inherent potential for change. The higher education field exemplifies these global trends as international students from a variety of cultural backgrounds choose to study overseas. One of their important motives in doing so is the opportunity to gain intercultural experiences. Yet consistently they report dissatisfaction with the nature and frequency of their interactions with…

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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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  • 04:07 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Student Support

    Sarah Ahern

    Abstract:  International education is a major contributor to the Australian economy. By the end of
    2007, it was ranked third, after coal and iron ore, as an export earner, having overtaken
    tourism to become the most successful service industry in Australia. The financial
    success of the industry, however, overshadows other aspects of the trade in education.
    In this paper, I focus on the role of government policy in international…

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  • 00:00 - 01.12.2006 Articles >> Academic

    Heather Bigelow, Mary Kerstjens

    Abstract: At the ISANA Victorian Branch State Conference in October, 2005, Heather and Mary, together with our esteemed colleague, Lila Kemlo, presented our ‘students at risk’ project, designed to identify and provide an holistic, integrated program to enable Business Portfolio students to gain essential skills for academic and social success. A major feature of this program was the collaboration between members of academic staff of the Business Portfolio, the Learning Skills…

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  • 02:57 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Cross-cultural Communication

    Jirayu Chotimongkol and Deborah Jones

    Abstract : Student clubs available at the universities are an obvious site for students, especially Asian international students
    to learn and develop leadership skills through real life experience. However, it is still uncertain how Asian
    international students learn and develop the skills through participating in the clubs.
    This paper describes a qualitative study which explored a perception of Asian international students on club
    participation and how…

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  • 03:26 - 17.01.2009 Articles >> Multi-ethnic Communication

    Ruth Gresham and Jeannette Walsh

    Abstract: The University of Newcastle has taken a proactive approach in promoting interactions between international
    Muslim students, staff of the University and members of the broader community. The development of networks
    has been integral to a number of projects and has been vital in connecting students to the community.
    Through these networks, three resources were collaboratively developed. Their focus was on assisting
    international Muslim students…

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  • 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 - 01.12.2006 Articles >> Student Support

    Helen Forbes-Mewett, et al

    Abstract: Growth in the number of international students studying in English language countries has slowed in recent years and this development has generated extended debate amongst university managers and policy makers. In these discussions much attention has focussed on whether the slow down is to be explained by currency realignments, visa requirements, the quality of education, or the increasing competitiveness of the international education market. But what has attracted little attention…

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    ISANA: International Education Association is the representative body for international education professionals in Australia and New Zealand who work in student services, advocacy, teaching, and policy development in Australia and New Zealand.

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Riding the Tiger : The Challenges of Turbulent Times Print E-mail
Thursday, 18 June 2009

Riding the Tiger : The Challenges of Turbulent Times

The 8th West Australian Annual One Day Duty of Care Conference will be held at the Burswood Convention Centre Friday September 11 2009. 

Our keynote speakers are Dr Carmen Lawrence, Professorial Fellow, University of Western Australia and Professor Jeannette Hacket, Vice Chancellor, Curtin University of Technology

Please download information and registration form attached.

Sue Elliott

Manager Housing Advisory Service

Curtin University of Technology

GPO Box U1987

Perth WA  6845

(+618) 9266 7854 Tel

(+618) 9266 7455 Fax

 
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