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International Engagement Through Education: Remarks by Secretary Arne Duncan at the Cou... - 0 views

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We must improve language learning and international education at all levels if our nation is to continue to lead in the global economy; to help bring security and stability to the world; and to build stronger and more productive ties with our neighbors.
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The United States is a country made up of many cultures—and we often celebrate that diversity. But just as often, we rely on the predominance of English as the language of global business and higher education when looking toward the world.
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Paul Beaufait on 26 Mar 15

What Sec. Duncan said about cross-cultural and language education in the U.S. may apply to other countries around the world as well.

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King's College London - International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation - 0 views

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"The International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation (ICSR) is the first global centre for knowledge and leadership addressing the issues of radicalisation and political violence. It will produce world-class research and organise regular high-level meetings and outcome-driven dialogues on security issues" (¶1, 2015.03.28).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"The International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation (ICSR) is the first global centre for knowledge and leadership addressing the issues of radicalisation and political violence. It will produce world-class research and organise regular high-level meetings and outcome-driven dialogues on security issues" (¶1, 2015.03.28).</div>

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Who We Are | International Rescue Committee (IRC) - 0 views

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Paul Beaufait on 21 Jun 17

"The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster" (Who We Are, The IRC: 83 years of history, ¶1, 2017.06.21).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster" (Who We Are, The IRC: 83 years of history, ¶1, 2017.06.21).</div>

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English as a second language in universities | The Nation - 0 views

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"Not only inside the university but after graduating when it comes to career options[,] the knowledge and fluency of English can be very helpful. Every professional job needs a good usage of English. To engage in international trade activities, to develop technical skills required in modern industries and for many other opportunities in developing the personal career, need the usage of English" (¶13, 2015.08.19).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Not only inside the university but after graduating when it comes to career options[,] the knowledge and fluency of English can be very helpful. Every professional job needs a good usage of English. To engage in international trade activities, to develop technical skills required in modern industries and for many other opportunities in developing the personal career, need the usage of English" (¶13, 2015.08.19).</div>

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About the Project | Global Freedom of Expression & Information @Columbia - 0 views

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"The purpose of Global Freedom of Expression & Information @Columbia (Global FoE&I @Columbia) is to advance understanding of, and promote, international norms and institutions that protect the free flow of information and expression in an inter-connected global community with major common challenges to face and address" (Objectives, ¶1, 2015.03.17).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"The purpose of Global Freedom of Expression & Information @Columbia (Global FoE&I @Columbia) is to advance understanding of, and promote, international norms and institutions that protect the free flow of information and expression in an inter-connected global community with major common challenges to face and address" (Objectives, ¶1, 2015.03.17).</div>

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http://unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0024/002437/243713e.pdf - 0 views

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"This policy paper, released for International Mother Language Day, argues that being taught in a language other than their own can negatively impact children's learning. It shows the importance of teacher training and inclusive supporting materials to improve the learning experience of these children, and provide them with a resilient path of achievement in life" (¶3).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"This policy paper, released for International Mother Language Day, argues that being taught in a language other than their own can negatively impact children's learning. It shows the importance of teacher training and inclusive supporting materials to improve the learning experience of these children, and provide them with a resilient path of achievement in life" (¶3).</div>

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NCEE | Empowered Educators - 0 views

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Paul Beaufait on 21 Jul 17

"_Empowered Educators_ is a landmark, international comparative study of teacher and teaching quality in the world's top-performing education systems" (How are they doing it? ¶2).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"_Empowered Educators_ is a landmark, international comparative study of teacher and teaching quality in the world's top-performing education systems" (How are they doing it? ¶2).</div>

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Loyola faculty group is pushing back against major cuts to its English language learnin... - 0 views

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"Shuffleton said contributions of international students were 'invaluable.' Still, the specialized instruction they needed in English was something that even the best professors of other subjects weren't qualified to provide" (Flaherty, 2020.02.05).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Shuffleton said contributions of international students were 'invaluable.' Still, the specialized instruction they needed in English was something that even the best professors of other subjects weren't qualified to provide" (Flaherty, 2020.02.05).</div>

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Global Competence Through Career and Technical Education | Asia Society - 0 views

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Paul Beaufait on 29 Nov 17

"Career and technical education (CTE or vocational education) educators now face a critical new imperative: to prepare all students for work and civic roles in a world where success increasingly requires the ability to compete, connect, and cooperate on an international scale. / A new, free professional development course and toolkit, "Global Competence Through Career and Technical Education," is available to help" (¶¶1-2, 2017.11.29).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Career and technical education (CTE or vocational education) educators now face a critical new imperative: to prepare all students for work and civic roles in a world where success increasingly requires the ability to compete, connect, and cooperate on an international scale. / A new, free professional development course and toolkit, "Global Competence Through Career and Technical Education," is available to help" (¶¶1-2, 2017.11.29).</div>

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Farewell message from Director Takahashi of the Department of JET Programme Management ... - 0 views

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Paul Beaufait on 25 Sep 14

"In order for Japanese people to be able to make necessary contributions and play an important role in the future of the world as a member of the international community, it is vital that Japanese people cultivate an interest in other countries. In particular, I have a strong desire to see the younger generation on which the future of Japan depends upon, look outward to the world."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"In order for Japanese people to be able to make necessary contributions and play an important role in the future of the world as a member of the international community, it is vital that Japanese people cultivate an interest in other countries. In particular, I have a strong desire to see the younger generation on which the future of Japan depends upon, look outward to the world."</div>

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BBC Two - The Secret War on Terror, Episode 1 - 0 views

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"This episode looks at how the West became involved in abductions, secret prisons and even torture...."

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Australian Curriculum | Global Education - 0 views

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Paul Beaufait on 20 Jul 16

"The Australian Curriculum sets out the core knowledge, understanding, skills and general capabilities important for all Australian students. It describes what all young Australians are to be taught as a foundation for their future learning, growth and active participation in the Australian community" (Australian Curriculum, ¶1, 2016.07.20).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"The Australian Curriculum sets out the core knowledge, understanding, skills and general capabilities important for all Australian students. It describes what all young Australians are to be taught as a foundation for their future learning, growth and active participation in the Australian community" (Australian Curriculum, ¶1, 2016.07.20).</div>

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News | UN Women - Headquarters - 0 views

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A directory of news and other items in categories by type, topic, region, and country

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Catalog of the Council of Europe's Pestalozzi programme publications, currently 1-5 (2017.02.23)

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Survival International - The movement for tribal peoples - 0 views

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Paul Beaufait on 06 Oct 14

"Watch this short, satirical film, written by Oren Ginzburg and narrated by actor and comedian David Mitchell, which tells the story of how tribal peoples are being destroyed in the name of 'development'."

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Raising proficiency in English pivotal to next gen's future | theSundaily - 0 views

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"Education Ministry secretary general Tan Sri Madinah Mohamad said the future generations need to be equal or better in their English proficiency to compete in the rapidly changing globalised world" (Achariam, 2015). Achariam, Timothy. (2015, August 6). Raising proficiency in English pivotal to next gen's future. The Sun Daily [Kuala Lumpur]. Retrieved from http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1512360

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Education Ministry secretary general Tan Sri Madinah Mohamad said the future generations need to be equal or better in their English proficiency to compete in the rapidly changing globalised world" (Achariam, 2015). Achariam, Timothy. (2015, August 6). Raising proficiency in English pivotal to next gen's future. The Sun Daily [Kuala Lumpur]. Retrieved from <a href="http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1512360" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1512360</a> </div>

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Abe Fellowship - Fellowships & Grants - Social Science Research Council - 0 views

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This page provides an overview of the Abe Fellowship Program, its purpose and research agenda: "The Abe Fellowship Program Committee seeks applications for research explicitly focused on policy-relevant and contemporary issues with a comparative or transnational perspective that draw the study of the United States and Japan into wider disciplinary or theoretical debates" (Policy-Relevant, Contemporary, and Comparative or Transnational Research, ¶2) from eligible candidates every year by September 1st.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This page provides an overview of the Abe Fellowship Program, its purpose and research agenda: "The Abe Fellowship Program Committee seeks applications for research explicitly focused on policy-relevant and contemporary issues with a comparative or transnational perspective that draw the study of the United States and Japan into wider disciplinary or theoretical debates" (Policy-Relevant, Contemporary, and Comparative or Transnational Research, ¶2) from eligible candidates every year by September 1st.</div>

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Speaking the global language - Education | The Star Online - 0 views

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Rajaendram and Khor (2015) quoted an open letter from "a group of prominent Malaysian" that embraced integrative motivation for developing English proficiency: "'[I]f we aspire to be more proficient in the language, we are only trying to be better citizens of the world'" (¶4). What a breathe of fresh air among all the integrative motives that articles like this one often highlight! Rajaendram, Rebecca, & Khor, Ann-Marie. (2015, August 9). Speaking the global language. The Star Online, Education section. Retrieved from http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Education/2015/08/09/Speaking-the-global-language/

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Rajaendram and Khor (2015) quoted an open letter from "a group of prominent Malaysian" that embraced integrative motivation for developing English proficiency: "'[I]f we aspire to be more proficient in the language, we are only trying to be better citizens of the world'" (¶4). What a breathe of fresh air among all the integrative motives that articles like this one often highlight! Rajaendram, Rebecca, & Khor, Ann-Marie. (2015, August 9). Speaking the global language. The Star Online, Education section. Retrieved from <a href="http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Education/2015/08/09/Speaking-the-global-language/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Education/2015/08/09/Speaking-the-global-language/</a></div>

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English as lingua franca gives Singapore a fighting chance | Features | Malay Mail Online - 0 views

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Adopting the international language of business, diplomacy, and science and technology was about the only way this resource-less tiny island could guarantee its survival after losing its economic hinterland in Malaysia. Unemployment was at 14 per cent and rising.
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Just as importantly, picking this race-neutral language demonstrated his government’s anti-communalistic stance, helping to keep the peace in a newborn nation made up of a polyglot-settler populace who had struggled for years with racial and religious strife.
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 For the sake of building “a community that feels together”, Lee pushed through the bilingualism policy in 1966. All students had to learn their “mother tongue”, Mandarin, Malay or Tamil, depending on their race, as a second language, and this became a compulsory and critical examination subject in 1969.
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 But the various initiatives Lee rolled out in subsequent years to put proficiency in mother tongue on par with that in English were to divide opinions, especially among the Chinese, even up to the present. Indeed, he described bilingualism in 2004 as the “most difficult” policy he had had to implement.
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Paul Beaufait on 25 Mar 15

This article recap's policies that made English a national language of education and made other official languages required second languages.

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geyrhalterfilm - NGF - Population Boom - 0 views

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Glaser, M., Kitzberger, M., Widerhofer, W. & Geyrhalter, N. (Producers), and Boote, Werner (Director). (2013). Population Boom [Documentary film]. Austria: Nikolaus Geyrhalter Filmproduktion.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Glaser, M., Kitzberger, M., Widerhofer, W. & Geyrhalter, N. (Producers), and Boote, Werner (Director). (2013). Population Boom [Documentary film]. Austria: Nikolaus Geyrhalter Filmproduktion.</div>

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