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Understanding contextual layers of policy and motivations for internationalization: Identifying connections and tensions
Citation
Fischer, S and Green, WJ, Understanding contextual layers of policy and motivations for internationalization: Identifying connections and tensions, Journal of Studies in International Education, 22, (3) pp. 242-258. ISSN 1028-3153 (2018) [Refereed Article]
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Copyright 2018 European Association for International Education
DOI: doi:10.1177/1028315318762503
Abstract
Many have observed challenges in translating internationalization policy into practice in universities. When key policy documents provide inconsistent messages, a gap can emerge between vision and practice. Understanding the complexities of an institution’s local, national, and global context and its rationale for internationalization can shed light on why such gaps arise. This case study demonstrates how a thematic analysis of relevant international, national, state, and institutional policies can reveal tensions between these layers, and indicate possible reasons for the failure to translate policy into practice. The main rationale driving internationalization at the university studied here is economic; however, starting in 2016, a variation in key themes and, thus, rationales is found in the documents. This indicates a shift in the university’s internationalization discourse may be occurring. We argue that a more comprehensive approach to internationalization is needed to address inconsistencies in policy directions and drive practice.
Item Details
Item Type: | Refereed Article |
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Keywords: | internationalisation, higher education, policy, thematic analysis, geopolitical contextual layers |
Research Division: | Education |
Research Group: | Education policy, sociology and philosophy |
Research Field: | Education policy |
Objective Division: | Education and Training |
Objective Group: | Schools and learning environments |
Objective Field: | Policies and development |
UTAS Author: | Fischer, S (Dr Sarah Fischer) |
UTAS Author: | Green, WJ (Dr Wendy Green) |
ID Code: | 124898 |
Year Published: | 2018 |
Web of Science® Times Cited: | 9 |
Deposited By: | Education |
Deposited On: | 2018-03-16 |
Last Modified: | 2019-08-28 |
Downloads: | 0 |
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