The Evolution of Transnational Education

This book examines issues of identity; positionality; community; value and relevance, to explore where transnational higher education is headed and what form it may take moving forwards. Transnational higher education has traditionally been viewed through the lens of access. Now, the authors argue, higher education must think more closely about impact and legacy as changing patterns of student recruitment, reduced options for mobility and the need to establish value for money will be at the heart of the next stage of evolution. Drawing on international case studies from Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia, the book outlines the past, present and future of higher education working across national boundaries, and the extent to which this represents the globalisation of the university sector. The book opens with an analysis of the role of the university in both local and global contexts, moving on to explore policy and collaboration and then looking at emerging trends and activity in international higher education. The final section draws directly from students, to give their perspective and understanding of the core themes throughout the book. This volume will have a wide readership amongst higher education scholars, undergraduate and postgraduate students and policy makers.

Christopher Hill is an Associate Professor at the British University in Dubai. He has worked in TNE since 2008; spending 9 years in Malaysia and 5 in Dubai and his research interests include TNE and its impact on national systems; the role of online learning; and the development of international education and the student experience in the global arena. Dr Hill hosts the Think Education podcast. Judith Lamie has spent over 30 years in higher education and held a number of senior executive positions at UK universities; Judith is Pro Vice-Chancellor International, Swansea University and has published and presented widely in the fields of applied linguistics, change management and international higher education. Tim Gore is CEO, University of London Institute in Paris (ULIP), and has held senior leadership positions in France, UK, India, Jordan, Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong in higher education; cultural relations; diplomacy; commercial enterprise. He is an active contributor in higher education strategy and internationalisation.

Introduction Section 1: Strange Bedfellows and Playmates 1. Consortia and academic networks: the reality of unfulfilled potential 2. Regionalism and Bilateralism post-Brexit: the effects of UK leaving the EU on higher education 3. Mergers in International Higher Education: A realistic response in a time of crisis or simply a step too far? 4. The Civic Agenda and the Globalised University: conflicting or compatible? Section 2: WHERE - Policy and Collaboration: Making friends and influencing people 5. Policy Alignment with Regional Goals and the potential role of TNE in European Development 6. TNE Collaboration Across Borders: The German Jordanian University 7. Success of British Quality Systems in Uzbekistan Section 3: HOW - Emerging Trends 8. Evolving Models of TNE: new partnerships and reducing risk. Why are we so afraid of change? 9. The Past, Present and Future of Assessments in the Higher Education Sector 10. ModelsQuality Assurance of Transnational Education in Asia 11. Online Delivery Section 4: Student Voices 12. Responding to the Student Voice: creating a new normal for engagement, learning and collaboration Conclusion