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DQ#10 Regional Influences

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What , if any are some of the internal and external challenges which the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) faced? Do you agree with Canadian academics who stated that DFAIT’s approach was ‘‘wrong headed’’ and appalling in supporting foreign scholars with Canadian tax dollars, particularly in the absence of support for Canadian scholars and students wishing to study abroad?

 

Why do you feel coherent policy development related to the internationalization of higher education in Canada has been difficult to develop and implement? Do you think other countries have these issues also?

 

 

DQ#10 Regional Influence Domains

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“Humane internationalism is an acceptance that the citizens and governments of the industrialized world have ethical responsibilities towards those beyond their borders who are suffering severely and who live in abject poverty.’’ (Morrison 1998, p. 2). As stated in the article, these values align well with Canada’s, however, how can this concept be integrated into every step of decision-making processes? Even though the Canadian International Development Agency promotes these values, should more be done by the Canadian government to incorporate this value in school curriculum?

What approaches and strategies can be taken to realign Canada’s narrowing vision? What practices can Canada’s government adapt to help focus again on the bigger picture – promoting international development assistance and international cultural education.

DQ10: Education, Citizenship and New Public Diplomacy

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Q1: What is the difference between the traditional diplomacy and the New Public Diplomacy? What has caused these changes?

Q2: “It is arged that international action for peace and development can only be achieved through genuine cooperation and shared valued, rather than in an elitist, hierarchical way.” Do you argee or disagree? Why?

Q3: Boyd believes that education can either make a man or make a citizen, but it can’t make both. What is your take on this perspective?

DQ #9 A Third Industrial Revolution & Englishes

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A Third Industrial Revolution:

The article had some key points and an interesting perspective on the “digital revolution” stating that  “governments should stick to the basics: better schools for a skilled workforce, clear rules and a level playing field for enterprises of all kinds. Leave the rest to the revolutionaries.”

There are some aspects to consider by leaving “the rest to the revolutionaries”. What is the limit we put for ourselves as human beings and completely replace work performed by humans? How much do certain technologies such as the 3D printer help man kind, when there are still towns and villages without infrastructure and running water? Does using the 3D printer take away the value and human creation behind design? What about project buy-in and ownership?

Englishes:

Regarding the topic on Englishes, how does the implicit role of arts, sports and music effect the internationalization of education? How will these be incorporated into education at low costs and low resources? Using what methods?