International Education Hubs: Perspectives and Reflections on a Novel Approach to University Partnerships, Collaborations, and Cross-Cultural Adult Learning and Teaching
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| Title: | International Education Hubs: Perspectives and Reflections on a Novel Approach to University Partnerships, Collaborations, and Cross-Cultural Adult Learning and Teaching |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Joellen E. Coryell, Monica Fedeli |
| Source: | Commission for International Adult Education. 2024. |
| Availability: | Commission for International Adult Education. Available from: American Association for Adult and Continuing Education. 10111 Martin Luther King Junior Highway Suite 200C, Bowie, MD 20720. Tel: 301-459-6261; Fax: 301-459-6241; e-mail: office@aaace.org; e-mail: aaace10@aol.com; Web site: https://www.aaace.org/page/CIAE |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 8 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Speeches/Meeting Papers Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education Adult Education |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, International Cooperation, Intercollegiate Cooperation, Adult Learning, Partnerships in Education, Shared Resources and Services, International Educational Exchange, Teacher Exchange Programs, Student Exchange Programs, Global Approach, Cultural Awareness, Adjustment (to Environment), Team Teaching, Intercultural Communication, College Faculty, College Students, Curriculum Development |
| Geographic Terms: | Texas, Italy |
| Abstract: | In this presentation and conference proceedings paper, we discuss a pilot program for international education and examine the development and preliminary assessment of an international education hub between Texas State University (TXST), USA and the Università degli Studi di Padova (UNIPD), Italy. Launched in 2024, the TXST-UNIPD hub (henceforth called the hub) aimed to foster cross-institutional collaboration, student and faculty exchanges, and global learning. A survey conducted among the 32 participating students revealed themes of increased confidence, adaptability, and cultural awareness, while faculty feedback underscored the value of team-teaching and deeper student integration. A logic model guided reflection on the program's benefits, including enhanced cross-cultural communication and academic content application. Challenges included limited student interaction with locals and the need for structured collaboration. Moving forward, the hub will focus on enhancing cross-cultural engagement and refining curricular strategies to support both undergraduate and graduate education, ensuring sustainable and meaningful international learning experiences. [For the full proceedings, see ED666619.] |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | ED667013 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | In this presentation and conference proceedings paper, we discuss a pilot program for international education and examine the development and preliminary assessment of an international education hub between Texas State University (TXST), USA and the Università degli Studi di Padova (UNIPD), Italy. Launched in 2024, the TXST-UNIPD hub (henceforth called the hub) aimed to foster cross-institutional collaboration, student and faculty exchanges, and global learning. A survey conducted among the 32 participating students revealed themes of increased confidence, adaptability, and cultural awareness, while faculty feedback underscored the value of team-teaching and deeper student integration. A logic model guided reflection on the program's benefits, including enhanced cross-cultural communication and academic content application. Challenges included limited student interaction with locals and the need for structured collaboration. Moving forward, the hub will focus on enhancing cross-cultural engagement and refining curricular strategies to support both undergraduate and graduate education, ensuring sustainable and meaningful international learning experiences. [For the full proceedings, see ED666619.] |
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