Why Universities Need International School Students

This episode is supported by the University of Warwick's Centre for Teacher Education. Click here to learn more.Universities around the world are prioritising internationalisation, which presents both opportunities and challenges for international schools. This report from The International Association of Universities highlights benefits such as enhanced international cooperation and enriched global knowledge for students. However, universities also struggle with competing priorities and finances. This trend may lead to an increased demand for students with international education, benefiting schools that offer international qualifications. It also opens up opportunities for better university partnerships and pathways directly with international schools.TakeawaysUniversities are prioritising internationalisation in higher education, valuing international mindedness and global perspectives.International schools may benefit from an increased demand for students with international education and qualifications.There are opportunities for better university partnerships and pathways directly with schools.The trend towards internationalisation may also lead to a more competitive market for international schools.Defining internationalism and addressing challenges such as competing priorities and finances are important for both universities and international schools.Thank you for tuning in, and as always, if you found this episode useful, please share your experience. You can find me online on X (@leaningshane), and LinkedIn. My website is shaneleaning.com and email address is [email protected] the hostShane Leaning is a passionate organisational development coach with over 15 years of international teaching and leadership experience. His approach to coaching and professional development is all about approachability and attentiveness to the unique strengths and contexts of schools and educators. Shane believes that empowerment fosters growth and success for both educators and students alike.Join Shane's Intensive Leadership Programme at educationleaders.co/intensiveShane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports school leaders globally. He is the author of the best-selling 'Change Starts Here.' Shane is a leading educational voice in the UK, Asia and around the world.You can find Shane on LinkedIn.We are a proud member of the Education Leaders podcast network. For more great education shows, visit educationleaders.co/network/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.