The Promise of Higher Education : Essays in Honour of 70 Years of IAU

This book is a collection of short essays, accessible through open access, which takes the interested reader on a tour across the global higher education landscape. It addresses pertinent themes and challenges in higher education. To mark the 70 th anniversary of the International Association of Universities (IAU) and its role in higher education since 1950, experts from around the world share their insights into higher education’s recent past, present and future. The book is divided into six parts: Part I – “70 years of Higher Education Cooperation and Advocacy” looks back at key events in IAU’s history, its mission and significant activities over time, and remarks on the current global context informing its quest to promote academic partnerships and solidarity on a global scale. Part II – “Facilitating International Cooperation” provides for different perspectives on the transformation of the internationalisation of higher education and the contribution of higher education to international cooperation. Part III – “Coding the Values” debates the values upon which higher education was, is and will have to be built to provide for a democratic and inclusive society. Part IV – “The Changing Landscape” analyses various aspects of the transformation of higher education in an evolving context across the globe. Part V – “The Promise of Education” reflects on the role of higher education, its ideals and shortfalls and what it must do to stay true to its promise to help shape our societies. Part VI – “Opening up – The Future of Higher Education” focuses on future scenarios of higher education and call on the reader to envision a different kind of higher education and reimagine the contribution of higher education to society, as well as future roles for the IAU. The book will be of interest to higher education policy makers and academics. It is also of interest to the general public, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges higher education institutions currently face and suggests scenarios of what the future of education might look like. Contents Editors and Contributors Introduction 1 The Idea of the Book 2 Outline of the Book 3 To Conclude References Part I 70 Years of Higher Education Cooperation and Advocacy To Cohere and Act as One: IAU—The Global Voice of Higher Education References Stepping Up Global Collaboration to Protect Higher Education's Future Reference The IAU and Contemporary Global Challenges: A Latin American Point of View Drivers of Globalisation of Higher Education over the Last 70 Years 1 Introduction 2 Language 3 Transport 4 Globalisation of Industry and Commerce 5 Massification of Higher Education 6 The Internet and Social Media 7 Rankings 8 Recent Setbacks 9 The Future—Addressing Global Challenges Together References A Personal View on Two Decades of Recent IAU History 1 Serendipity 2 IAU Often Avant-Garde 3 A Unique Vantage Point 4 A Unique Frame of Reference IAU President Walter Kamba (1990–1995): A Man of Conscience 1 First Encounter 2 Early Years and Exile 3 Return to Zimbabwe 4 Vice-Chancellor 5 University Autonomy Threatened 6 Graduation Ceremony Speech 7 University of Zimbabwe Post-Kamba 8 Later Years 9 IAU and Academic Freedom/ University Autonomy 10 University Autonomy in Africa References Between Global Inequalities and World Ethics. Personal Reflections on Internationalisation of Higher Education over the Past Seventy Years Creating Democratic Civic Universities in a Post-COVID-19 World: The IAU and Global Collaboration 1 What Are the Purposes of the University? 2 Are Universities in a Position to Make Sustained, Significant Contributions to Democracy? 3 What Are the Obstacles to Creating Democratic Civic Universities? 4 What Is the Role of Global Collaboration in Reducing Obstacles to Creating Democratic Civic Universities? Why IAU? 1 How Can We Assess the Value of 70 Years of Work? 2 From the Golden Book to the Golden Portal 3 A Global Community of Universities 4 The Shape of the Future 5 Celebrating ... in Pandemic Times References Part II Facilitating International Cooperation The Role of IAU in Facilitating International Cooperation References Universities, Associations, and Internationalization: Powerful Forces for Our Time 1 The Promise of the University 2 The Power of Associations 3 The Urgency of Internationalization Reference A Global View of Internationalisation: What Next? 1 A More Nuanced Approach to Internationalisation 2 Aligning Internationalisation with Human Values and the Common Global Good 3 Internationalisation for Society 4 What Next? References The Importance of Internationalization Today and the Leadership Role of IAU References International Collaboration: Necessary, But Challenging Getting Unstuck with Internationalization at Home: Seizing the Post-pandemic Moment 1 An Uncertain Future for Higher Education and Internationalization 2 Three Important Trends in Internationalization Pre-COVID 3 Moving Ahead with Internationalization at Home 4 A Sense of Urgency 5 Reframing the Discussion 6 Leadership at Many Levels 7 Collective and Individual Action 8 A Positive Agenda 9 Conclusion References Levelling up International Higher Education: Universities, Nations and Global Goals 1 Introduction 2 Setting the Scene 3 Universities and Nation-Building 4 International Conventions and Practices 5 Conclusion References Internationalization of Universities: 70 Years of Experience References 70 Years of Internationalization in Tertiary Education: Changes, Challenges and Perspectives 1 The Historical Context 2 Cooperation or Competition? 3 Institutional Strategies 4 National Policies 5 Challenges and Opportunities for the Future References The Evolution of Higher Education Collaboration in the Arctic Through Networking Part III Coding the Values Promoting Values Together: Global Currency with Local Impact for Universities References ``A Question of Integrity'': Academic Values Torn Between Organizational Affiliation, National Competitiveness and the Global Academic Community References Valuing the Civic Role of University Education in an Age of Competition and Rapid Change 1 Introduction 2 Beyond a Narrow Understanding of the Economic Benefits of Higher Education 3 Revaluing the Civic Role of University Education 4 Concluding Remarks References Mitigating Corruption in Higher Education 1 Current Trends in Research on Corruption 2 Definition of Corruption 3 Measurement of Corruption 4 Design and Implementation of Anti-corruption Policies 5 Conclusion References Higher Education and Public Good in East and West 1 Anglo-American Tradition 2 Chinese Tradition 3 Summary References The Beginning of History and the University 1 The Ancient Academies and the ``Unity of Truth'' Ideal 2 Truth in the Age of Scholasticism and the Role of Catholicism 3 Christian Humanism – The Anglo-American Unity of Truth 4 The Present Day 5 New Histories References Higher Education and the Enduring Value of Hospitality: Reflections for the 21st Century 1 Introduction 2 Hospitality, Hostility and the Other 3 Radical or Not at All 4 Parting Thoughts References The Role of Quality Assurance and the Values of Higher Education 1 A Vision of Quality Based on These Values 2 Quality Assurance Is a Key Source of Reinforcement and Support for These Values 3 Quality Assurance Can and Should Be a Voice to Students and Society About These Values and How They Are Essential to Quality Higher Education References Recognition of Foreign Qualifications Celebrates Higher Education Collaboration Too 1 The History of Recognition, a History of Student Mobility 2 Recognition at Present 3 ``We Can Only See a Short Distance Ahead, But We Can See Plenty There That Needs to Be Done.'' - Allan Turing Part IV The Changing Landscape Creating Responsible and Engaged Students 1 Genesis 2 Education as a Tool for Social Transformation and Sustainable Development 3 Forms of Community Engagement 4 Paradigms of Community Engagement 5 Initiatives at BPS Women's University: A Case Study 6 Involving HEIs in Rural Upliftment 7 Conclusion Universities Can Regain the Public's Trust 1 Introduction 2 Information Asymmetry 3 Accreditation 4 Rankings 5 Conclusion Towards the Other Side of Complexity: Values and Decisions in a Time of Uncertainty References Africa's Destiny and Higher Education Transformation 1 Introduction 2 The Colonial African University 3 The Emergence of National Universities 4 Becoming Research-Intensive Universities 5 Conclusion Reference The Constant of Change: Remaining Relevant in 21st Century Higher Education 1 Illuminating Change and Transformation in Higher Education 2 Co-dependent, Borderless, Yet Profoundly Unequal and Conflicted Global Societies 3 The Changing Nature, Relevance and Value of Knowledge 4 The Growing Redundancy and Harsh Reality of the Current Business and Delivery Models 5 New Models of Organisational Design and Leadership 6 Conclusion References The Changing Role of Universities in Lithuanian Society 1 Conclusions References Modern Challenges for Universities Universities in an Era of Post-Corona ``New Order'' References Redefining the Role of Universities in a Rapidly Changing Landscape From Emergency Remote Teaching to Strategically Embracing Online Learning References Overcoming Challenges and Boundaries Through the Innovation of University Learning and Teaching Practices 1 Premises 2 Innovation in Teaching and Learning as a Dynamic Strategy 3 Innovation in the National Context: Teacher Training 4 Impacting in the Local Context: Innovating Lifelong Learning and Continuing Education 4.1 Corporate Education 4.2 Prison University Programmes 5 Concluding Remarks References Is the Pandemic Leading to a Paradigm Shift in Higher Education? 1 Introduction 2 Will Students Have Discovered Online Education as a Viable and More Affordable Alternative? 3 Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT2) 4 Results and Discussions 5 Conclusion References A Personal Reflection on the Key Challenge for Higher Education: Improving the Quality of University Instruction 1 Introduction 2 A Framework for Effective Collegial Control 3 Conclusion References University Leadership: Slippage from Abiding to Peremptory Roles? 1 The Issue 2 Abiding University Leadership Roles 3 Peremptory University Leadership 4 And Internationally? References The Dawn for a New Era for Higher Education References Are Rankings (Still) Fit for Purpose? 1 Rankings, Influence and Relevance 2 Promoting Elitism in the Era of Mass Higher Education 3 Measuring Excellence? 4 Are Rankings Still Fit for Purpose? References Are Universities Better Off Without Rankings? 1 Introduction 2 Impact of Rankings on Policies and Behaviours 2.1 National Level 2.2 Institutional Level 3 Performance of World-Class Universities After Twenty Years of Shanghai Ranking 4 Missing Dimensions of Academic Excellence 4.1 Equity 4.2 Truth 4.3 Ethics 4.4 Commitment 4.5 Sustainability 5 Conclusion References Part V The Promise of Education Universities as Lifelong Learning Institutions: A New Frontier for Higher Education? 1 Widening Participation, Promoting Inclusion and Building Flexible Learning Pathways 2 Leading and Adapting to the Digitalization of Learning 3 Universities as Drivers of Local Development 4 Engaging Universities for Global Citizenship References The Promise of Education: The Future The African Dream for Quality Higher Education 1 Introduction 2 The African Context 3 Conclusion References Science and Social Responsibility – Heritage and Mission Unlocking the Potential of Higher Education by Serving the Common Good 1 Introduction 2 Development of Modern Higher Education 3 Towards Education for the Common Good References IAU: The Power to Foster Higher Education for Sustainable Development 1 A Paradigm Shift in Development: From Economic Growth to Sustainability 2 Higher Education as a Prime Mover of SDGs 3 IAU as the Global Voice of He for Sdgs and the Well-Being of the People and the Planet References Aligning Higher Education's Promise of Well-Being with Sustainability as a Purpose of Education 1 Introduction 2 The Role of Higher Education: Teaching and Learning for Life 3 The Role of Higher Education: Research 4 The Role of Higher Education: Service to Society 5 Our Common Vision 6 Achieving Well-Being Within Sustainable Development References Accelerating the Future into the Present: Re-imagining Higher Education in the Caribbean 1 Higher Education and the Caribbean in Context 2 Re-imagining the Caribbean University References The Future of Higher Education: A New Paradigm Shift Addressing Students' Diversity 1 Introduction 2 Current Global Higher Education Policy 3 The Future of Higher Education 4 What Next: Suggestions for a New Paradigm Shift References Knowledge and Partnerships for Sustainability and Equality Post-COVID-19: A Time of Opportunity for Asian Universities 1 Scene Setter—Global 2 Scene Setter—Asia 3 Clouds on the Horizon 4 COVID-19 Arrival 5 How Asia Can Take Advantage 6 Into the Future References Part VI Opening up - The Future of Higher Education Envisioning Higher Education for the Future 1 Introduction—International Cooperation and the Significance of Integration 2 Promotion of Regional and International Integration Through Academic Mobility of Teachers, Students and Administrative Staff 3 Internationalization by Strengthening the Internal Capacity for International Cooperation 4 Creation of an Ecosystem That Promotes Scientific and Technological Development 5 Horizontal Creation of Programmes Which Include Student and Community Participation, and Recognition of the Dignity of Diversity (of Knowledge) 6 Contribution to the Achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 7 Closing Remarks From University to Multiversity to Omniversity: HEIs as Hubs for Dynamic Development References The Disruptive Futures of Education—Post-COVID-19 Pandemic 1 Introduction 2 Current Status of ``Education'' 3 IAU's Strategic Intent 4 The Humanising, ``Whole Person'' Approach 5 Learning to Become 6 Concluding Thought: The ``Renewed'' Normal Universities Beyond 2020 The Role of Digital Technologies in the New Present and Future of Higher Education Toward a Different Type of Education 1 The Diagnosis 2 Jesuit Universities in Mexico's Moment 3 First Conclusion References Transforming Universities for a Sustainable Future 1 The Historical Record 2 Tackling the Inequalities in the Global University System 3 Transforming the Universities' Educational Purpose 4 Conclusion Reference Education: We Must Keep Our Promise References This open access book is a collection of short essays, accessible through open access, takes the interested reader on a tour across the global higher education landscape and addresses pertinent themes and challenges in higher education. To mark the 70th anniversary of the International Association of Universities (IAU) and its role in higher education since 1950, experts from around the world share their insights into higher education's recent past, present and future. The book is divided into six parts: Part I - "70 years of Higher Education Cooperation and Advocacy" looks back at key events in IAU's history, its mission and significant activities over time, and remarks on the current global context informing its quest to promote academic partnerships and solidarity on a global scale. Part II - "Facilitating International Cooperation" provides for different perspectives on the transformation of the internationalisation of higher education and the contribution of higher education to international cooperation. Part III - "Coding the Values" debates the values upon which higher education was, is and will have to be built to provide for a democratic and inclusive society. Part IV - "The Changing Landscape" analyses various aspects of the transformation of higher education in an evolving context across the globe. Part V - "The Promise of Education" reflects on the role of higher education, its ideals and shortfalls and what it must do to stay true to its promise to help shape our societies. Part VI - "Opening up - The Future of Higher Education" focuses on future scenarios of higher education and call on the reader to envision a different kind of higher education and reimagine the contribution of higher education to society, as well as future roles for the IAU. The book will be of interest to higher education policy makers and academics. It is also of interest to the general public, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges higher education institutions currently face and suggests scenarios for the future of education.-- Provided by publisher This open access book is a collection of short essays, which takes the interested reader on a tour across the global higher education landscape and addresses pertinent themes and challenges in higher education. To mark the 70th anniversary of the International Association of Universities (IAU) and its role in higher education since 1950, experts from around the world share their insights into higher education’s recent past, present and future. The book is divided into six parts:Part I – “70 years of Higher Education Cooperation and Advocacy” looks back at key events in IAU’s history, its mission and significant activities over time, and remarks on the current global context informing its quest to promote academic partnerships and solidarity on a global scale.Part II – “Facilitating International Cooperation” provides for different perspectives on the transformation of the internationalisation of higher education and international cooperation.Part III – “Coding the Values” debates the values upon which higher education was, is and will have to be built to provide for a democratic and inclusive society.Part IV – “The Changing Landscape” analyses various aspects of the transformation of higher education in an evolving context.Part V – “The Promise of Education” reflects on the role of higher education, its ideals and shortfalls and what it must do to help shape our societies.Part VI – “Opening up – The Future of Higher Education” focuses on future scenarios of higher education and call on the reader to envision a different kind of higher education and reimagine the contribution of higher education to society, as well as future roles for the IAU.The book will be of interest to higher education policy makers and academics. It is also of interest to the general public, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges higher education institutions currently face and suggests scenarios for the future of education.