Developing a sustainable model for quality in internationalization in the context of rapid change

This presentation by a Head of Quality at the first Welsh University to internationalize and a former Rector at an International University in Tashkent working with several European partners, will share best practice in terms of building robust and scalable quality assurance processes that drive enhancement. Using the Uzbek context as an example of policy-driven expansion in HE and the changing role of international partners, it will also consider how well-designed Quality Assurance can create opportunities for enhancement for both partner institutions.

Using a range of real-life examples, research and best practice, we will demonstrate how:

• Quality Assurance scrutiny can be decentralised so that partners have an equal voice to the home institution
• Quality Assurance processes can promote staff engagement and development
• Global classrooms can be established through Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) initiatives
• Activities such as student conferences can be used to foster a sense of belonging and promote global citizenship
• Developing research-based learning through collaboration

We will close by reflecting on developing a new model for quality in internationalization that continues to deliver value in the context of rapid expansion of HE in new transnational learning hubs and through government-driven growth in former host countries.

This paper was presented at EQAF and reflects the views of the named authors only.

ISSN: 1375-3797

Developing a sustainable model for quality in internationalization in the context of rapid change

Myfanwy Davies, Jasur Salikhov

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