P 06

Susan Meiki is a lecturer in the Center for Language Education at Okayama University, Japan. Her research interests include cross cultural cognition, computer assisted language learning, and learner autonomy. Her research is sponsored by the Japan Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (KAKEN) organization.

Abstract:
This poster presentation will show the results of an IPA code analysis of over 30 hours of interviews of university Freshmen in a newly established faculty at Okayama University. These interviews were conducted over a 2 1/2-year time frame. The analysis revealed some key differences of student’s perceived success in the classroom based on parameters such as classroom practices, and feedback. In addition, over the same period, there were noted changes in international student learning expectations and their attitudes concerning faculty and supportive services expected when entering the university. Some international students were reinterviewed after 2 years of matriculation and changes were noted relating to attitudes in their learning and possibilities for their future.

Learning Objectives:
•Freshmen orientations should address student expectations, prepare them for diverse learning experience and address their future goals after graduation and the skills required.
•The recent pandemic has influenced foreign students’ attitudes towards teacher expectations, learner styles and how they want to learn.
•Faculty training in CLIL or other Content Language Learning methods can help international students that have had no experience in writing reports or presenting in English.

Target Audience:
Universities offering a degree program as unique as the Discovery program with a culturally diverse student-body. Personnel from areas such as student support, career services and faculty will find this information valuable.

Target Audience Level:
Beginner

P 11

Kay Berkling is a professor at the Cooperative State University, Germany. She is managing an online Computer Science Degree and teaches Software Engineering, Gamification and Games. Her research focuses on motivation and empowerment for students, to take charge of their own lifelong learning experience.

Abstract:
International exchange is not accessible for all students. Recently, the existing challenges have become more evident. Not only has the Covid-19 pandemic prevented many students from embarking on an international exchange experience, but for many students, family and economic conditions are also an obstacle. This project addresses particularly those students who, for various reasons, cannot afford long exchange phases. This group has often been neglected in non-European international cooperation.

Online lectures and communities have been well established during the lock-down phase. These can now form basis for expanding the experience to the international level. Integrating online lectures, virtual communities and integrate these with each other. Augmented with long-term and short-term physical exchanges, these personal acquaintances enrich the virtual community so all students in the "community" can benefit.

The scientific support provided by the project management ensures that virtual and physical acquaintances can be maximally consolidated to benefit the entire community. In the literature, this effect is called “community of practice”.

The outlined project makes an important contribution to sustainability concepts and necessities in the area of climate protection, while still offering a substantial intercultural experience.

Learning Objectives
•Understanding Patterns in Communities of Practice on virtual social media platform Discord and developing ideas for cooperation with international partners.
•Exposure to ideas and brainstorming on joint Computer Science projects for programming AI-bots to support virtual multi-cultural/lingual communities.
•Exploring potential exchanges of Micro-Credentials in an international university network.

Target Audience:
1. International offices
2. Professors of Computer Science for joint projects and lectures
3. Anyone interested in Micro-Credentials

Target Audience Level :
I will try to address all audiences

P 16

Juana Salas is a project coordinator at Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences, Germany where she takes care of the DAAD-funded project „Digital Mobil @ FH Bielefeld“, that combines the cross-cutting issues of internationalization and digitalization to incentivize digitally supported transnational teaching and prepare students for a globalized working environment.

Abstract:
Microcredentials are currently a much-discussed format for providing students with competencies relevant to their careers. In addition to larger degree programs, they offer students short learning experiences to acquire skills that may not be covered in the curriculum. They are thus an important means of learner-centered education. However, Bielefeld UAS sees further potential in Microcredentials in the international context. Therefore, it has linked microcredentials to the concept of virtual mobility and has opened some of its courses specifically to international students who can join them from home. In return, some of Bielefeld UAS’s partners have joined this effort, thereby creating a network of cooperating universities. This way, their students not only have a wider choice of high-quality courses, but also improve their intercultural competence and gain a low-threshold insight into studying abroad. Microcredentials, thus, can serve as a virtual micro-mobility format that not only complements curricula, but also enriches universities’ broader mobility programs.

Learning Objectives:
•How to use microcredentials in a flexible and creative manner
•How to allow for virtual enrolment for single university courses
•How to enrich Internationalization@Home

Target Audience:
International Office
Office of Student Affairs
Teaching
Teaching Support

Target Audience Level:
Intermediate, Advanced

P 21

John has senior leadership experience and regularly engages with local and international stakeholders on a range of university-wide strategic initiatives. John provides support in the development of new and emerging TNHE partnerships. John’s research interests in international education includes: The development of TNHE in the Indo-Pacific and international student mobility.

Abstract:
Over the past decade, transnational higher education (TNHE) partnerships between higher education institutes (HEI) have increased worldwide. As a result, the scale and scope of TNHE activities across many countries have expanded. Population growth in (Indo-Pacific) countries such as, Indonesia is outstripping their capacity to deliver quality higher education, placing their higher education systems under immense pressure. In addition, since the start of the global pandemic (COVID-19), a new set of challenges and opportunities are emerging in the development of TNHE partnerships. My study examines the changes of COVID-19 on TNHE partnership development in Australia and Indonesia. The poster will provide a detailed account of the key themes emerging from my research with Australian and Indonesian participants from two HEI. Themes that are currently emerging include the shifting balance of power in TNHE partnerships, and the longer term social, political, and economic impacts of COVID-19 on TNHE partnerships. I will focus on three key stages of TNHE partnership development: (i) Pre-COVID-19, (ii) Since COVID-19 began, and I will provide insights into the (iii) innovations, opportunities and challenges emerging since COVID-19. As HEI negotiate a new international environment, the outcomes of my research will contribute to the development of these roadmaps.

Learning Objectives
•Knowledge: The pre-COVID-19 landscape for TNHE partnership development in Australia and Indonesia.
•Knowledge: The current impacts of COVID-19, including any policy changes, and strategic and tactical responses by HEI and Governments on TNHE partnership development in Australia and Indonesia.
•Knowledge: The innovations, opportunities, and challenges with TNHE partnership development since COVID-19 in Australia and Indonesia.

Target Audience:
The following target audiences would benefit from my poster presentation:
1. University: Faculty/Academic and international office staff - International Education/TNHE partnership development and SDG 4.
2. Government higher education agencies - International Education/TNHE partnership development and SDG 4.
3. International education professional bodies - International Education/TNHE partnership development and SDG 4.

Target Audience Level:
- Beginner and
- Intermediate

P 29

Helps education institutions transform their international student payment processes and improve the overall payment experience in several countries and territories in Southeast Asia and South Korea. Have been building in this vertical since 2018, and continue to serve institutions in their cross border payments requirements and journey.

Abstract:
The future looks bright after the disruption experienced by the pandemic. International students are eager to return to study in countries around the world and education institution programs enacted during the pandemic are still proving impactful in today’s post-COVID world.

In this session, you will hear how the adoption of financial technology streamlines and enhances the cross-border admissions and payment experience but ultimately enhances the student experience.

Learning Objectives:
1. Understanding current trend of international student mobility seen by education institutions
2. International students’ recruitment funnel, process and success conversion rate
3. Leveraging on fintech to enhance and promote international education for your institution

Target Audience:
Universities and schools,
• VP/Director Finance
• Director of Student Financial Services
• Bursars, Controllers, Treasurers, Admissions Office
• International office
• Marketing
Recruitment agents

Target Audience Level:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced