Category Archives: Trilokekar, R. D.

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.