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Intercultural Learning Critical preparation for international student travel

Intercultural Learning: Critical preparation for international student travel, Peter Jones, Debra Miles and Narayan Gopalkrishnan. ••• International student exchanges are an increasingly popular aspect of the internationalisation of higher education around the globe. Whether as short-term mobility projects or semester long ‘study abroad’ opportunities, the benefits of such international study experiences have been well documented. Higher education institutions, departments and disciplines, or individual academics are often tasked with preparing students for such international experiences. Such preparation often focuses on the practical and logistical aspects of student travel, overlooking a crucial dimension of student learning. Intercultural learning: Critical preparation for international student travel aims to take students beyond practical preparation, to equip them with a critical lens through which to view and understand their international experiences. The book leads students toward a deeper understanding of culture and cultural difference through an exploration of challenging concepts such as imperialism, racism, privilege and intercultural practice. As an adjunct to traditional approaches, the book adds a significant and valuable dimension to the process of preparing students for international study, increasing the potential for meaningful and transformative learning experiences.

Genocide Perspectives V A Global Crime, Australian Voices

Genocide Perspectives V: A Global Crime, Australian Voices. Edited by Kirril Shields and Nikki Marczak. ••• Featuring contributions by Douglas Booth, Anna Haebich,, John Maynard, Jennifer Balint, Michael Robertson, Edwina Light, Wendy Lipworth, Garry Walter, Konrad Kwiet and George Weisz, Geoffrey Robertson QC, Nikki Marczak, Annie Pohlman , The Hon. Michael Kirby AC CMG, Tony Barta, Kirril Shields, Deborah Mayersen, Winton Higgins and Colin Tatz

The Power of Conferences Stories of serendipity, innovation and driving social change

The Power of Conferences: Stories of serendipity, innovation and driving social change, Deborah Edwards, Carmel Foley and Cheryl Malone. ••• With a focus on ten notable Australians, including Nobel Laureates Professor Barry Marshall and Professor Brian Schmidt, former Chief Scientist, Professor Ian Chubb, and Parliamentarian, the Honourable Linda Burney, The Power of Conferences explores the deep and lasting impact of conferences on the development and success of Australian luminaries. Each chapter features a reflection from a leader in Australian academia, politics, or community service, on the significant effects conferences have had on their personal and professional achievements. From chance encounters that result in the cultivation of new networks and collaborations to innovation and research breakthroughs, these leaders describe the conferences that have enabled them and others to go on to create real and lasting social change.

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