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This course explores the latest frameworks and practices of how to internalise education in terms of organisation, institutional process and strategy, and the associated challenges and potential in a globalised world. It examines different processes and procedures of internationalisation, management and leadership, the impact on staff, teams and structures, and the opportunities and challenges of international partnerships. This course is ideal for decision makers, senior managers and policymakers. By completing this course, you will gain a deeper understanding of the different levels your organisation can be internationalised efficiently and effectively. Led by the University of Kent’s expert educators and practitioners.
Course specifics: choice of online or in person delivery; 8 hours (indicative).
This course examines what internationalisation means for student experience and best practices to achieve this. With an applied approach, it discusses programme design, quality assurance and accreditation, e-learning and digital transformation; as well as student engagement, classroom approaches to internationalisation, intercultural communication and employability. The course likewise explores innovative international pedagogies such as COIL (collaborative online international learning) and co-creation. It is ideal for practitioners and professionals with student facing, and teaching and learning roles. By completing this course, you will gain an applied understanding of the different ways internationalisation can be introduced to your students as part of teaching and beyond it. Led by the University of Kent’s world-class expert educators and practitioners.
Course specifics: choice of online or in person delivery; 8 hours (indicative).
This course aims to develop a wider theoretical and practical understanding of innovation in teaching. It discussed different strategies to improve teaching and learning, as well as student attainment and outcomes, with a focus on inclusivity, diversity, creativity, and use of digital technologies and AI. It likewise explores innovative pedagogies such as COIL (collaborative online international learning) and co-creation. Evidence-based in its approach, this course is aimed at educators, managers and policymakers seeking to better conceptualise innovation, its potential and benefits; and to develop ways to implement it in their classroom and organisational structure. Led by the University of Kent’s world-class academics and expert educators.
Course specifics: choice of online or in person delivery; 8 hours (indicative).
This course offers insights into best practices for internationalising one's research. This includes understanding and reaching wider audiences through a range of activities and research output, familiarising one's self with international organisations, funding bodies and future employers, and developing one's international networking potential; as well as how to optimise international partnerships and Incorporate international perspectives into one's work. This course will also address the benefits of international, as well as interdisciplinary and intersectoral mobility, offering a holistic approach to the topic. Led by the University of Kent’s world-class academics and industry experts.
Course specifics: choice of online or in person delivery; 6
hours (indicative).
This hands-on course will help you improve your English language knowledge by expanding its use for specialised purposes, and give you the opportunity to practice your language skills in different scenarios in teaching, research, administration, business and other professional settings. The course also provides insights to English culture including history, heritage, and every day and professional practices so that you can develop an accurate sense of appropriate and effective language use. Contents can be adjusted to your specific requirements, type of activity and level of language competency. Led by the University of Kent’s language experts.
Course specifics: choice of online or in person delivery; 18 hours (indicative).
This course is designed to enhance your cultural intelligence (CQ). CQ refers to the capability to relate and work effectively across cultures. It encompasses one's ability to successfully adapt to unfamiliar cultural contexts and thrive in diverse settings. It comprises motivation, knowledge, strategy and behaviour. In today's globalised world, cultural intelligence is increasingly vital for both personal and professional success, enabling meaningful cross-cultural relationships and effective international collaboration. The course includes a standardised CQ assessment by the Cultural Intelligence Center. By the end of it, you will develop an action plan of how to best implement your CQ in your personal and professional contexts. Led by University of Kent facilitators certified by the Cultural Intelligence Centre.
Course specifics: online delivery; 6 hours(indicative).