The World of Higher Education

Higher Education Strategy Associates
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The World of Higher Education

The World of Higher Education is dedicated to exploring developments in higher education from a global perspective. Join host, Alex Usher of Higher Education Strategy Associates, as he speaks with new guests each week from different countries discussing developments in their regions. Produced by Tiffany MacLennan and Samantha Pufek.

  1. 3 天前

    Beyond the Rhetoric: Mexico’s Higher Education Reality with Alma Maldonado Maldonado

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, host Alex Usher welcomes back Alma Maldonado, an education researcher at CINVESTAV, to discuss the state of higher education in Mexico. The conversation covers the transition from former president AMLO to the new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, and the impact of Morena's policies on universities. Topics include budget cuts, the controversial Benito Juarez universities, and the future of public and private higher education institutions in Mexico. Despite Sheinbaum's academic background and pro-science rhetoric, the outlook remains challenging for Mexican higher education. 00:00 Introduction and Recap 00:40 Current State of Mexican Higher Education 01:15 Impact of Claudia Sheinbaum's Presidency 03:20 Election and Policy Shifts 09:59 Budget Cuts and Financial Struggles 20:05 Public vs. Private Sector Challenges 23:10 Future Outlook and Conclusion 👉 Episode Links: HESA’s AI-CADEMY: Canada Summit for Post-Secondary Education: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/HESAaicademy/home

    23 分鐘

  2. 1月9日

    Where Canada lies in Global Trends with Alex Usher

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, Alex Usher discusses global trends and challenges in higher education funding. He outlines systemic issues like slow economic growth, price volatility, and skepticism about the value of higher education, examining how these factors affect countries worldwide. The discussion includes specific insights into the Canadian higher education system, the impact of international students, and the trend towards vocational education. Tune in to understand how global pressures and local policies shape the higher education landscape. 👉 Episode Links:3.1: Higher Education in a Polarized World with Simon Marginson: https://youtu.be/N5y1v_PuGaI3.3: What a Second Trump Presidency Could Mean for US Higher Education with Brendan Cantwell: https://youtu.be/gOzDoHwobOo3.6: Dutch Higher Education at a Crossroads with Marijk van der Wende: https://youtu.be/lFHFExCIX5M2.23: Higher Education in Russia: https://worlded.transistor.fm/episodes/2-23-higher-education-in-russia🗓️ AI-CADEMY: Canada Summit for Post-Secondary Education: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/HESAaicademy/home

    23 分鐘

  3. 2024/12/12

    Top 10 U.S. Higher Ed Stories of 2024 with Robert Kelchen

    Join Alex Usher and Robert Kelchen as they discuss the top 10 higher education stories in the U.S. for 2024 in this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast. Topics include changes in big-time college athletics, college closures, international student trends, state funding dynamics, political realignment, accreditation issues, diversity, equity and inclusion policies, and the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court decisions on education policy. Don't miss this comprehensive analysis of significant shifts and challenges in American higher education. 👉 Episode Links: Robert Kelchen’s website: https://robertkelchen.com/ HESA’s AI-CADEMY: Canada Summit for Post-Secondary Education: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/HESAaicademy/home

    24 分鐘

  4. 2024/12/05

    Skilled for the Future: How China is Transforming Vocational Education with Gerard Postiglione

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, host Alex Usher explores China's vocational higher education system with Professor Gerard Postiglione from the University of Hong Kong. They discuss the origins of China's vocational education policy, recent successes, and the development of vocational universities. Tune in for insights on the transformation of Chinese tertiary education, its alignment with industry needs, and the broader implications for the global higher education landscape. 👉 Episode Links: International experience in TVET-industry cooperation for China’s poorest province: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/14480220.2019.1629730?needAccess=true HESA’s AI-CADEMY: Canada Summit for Post-Secondary Education: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/HESAaicademy/home

    22 分鐘

  5. 2024/11/28

    From 36,000 to 12,000: Tracking the Decline in EU Students Post-Brexit with Paul Wakeling

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, we delve into the consequences of Brexit on European students attending UK universities. Host Alex Usher is joined by Paul Wakeling, Professor of Education at the University of York, to discuss the shift in student mobility, financial implications, and broader impacts on UK higher education. They explore not only the dramatic drop in EU student enrolments, but also the shifts in institutional representation and potential strategies that universities might have considered. Join us to understand the ripple effects of this significant policy change.

    23 分鐘

  6. 2024/11/21

    Unrest and Reform: Bangladesh’s Youth Movement and Higher Education with Sharowat Shamin

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, hosted by Alex Usher, we dive deep into the surprising student protests in Bangladesh that shook the government in the summer of last year. The catalyst was a controversial job quota system, but the movement quickly gained momentum against the increasingly authoritarian regime. Joining us to discuss is Sharowat Shaman, an academic at the University of Dhaka and the School for Oriental and African Studies at the University of London. Together, they explore the history of student political movements in Bangladesh, the intricacies of the country's labor market, and the broader implications for higher education and democratic transitions. 👉 Episode Links: AI-CADEMY: Canada Summit for Post-Secondary Education: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/HESAaicademy/home

    24 分鐘

  7. 2024/11/14

    The Lost Potential of Institutional Research: Insights from 'Outsourcing Student Success'

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, host Alex Usher is joined by Joseph Wycoff, author of 'Outsourcing Student Success: The History of Institutional Research and the Future of Higher Education'. They dive into the unique and underappreciated field of institutional research within higher education institutions. Wycoff explores the origins, development, and deprofessionalization of institutional research, its struggle for recognition as a science, and its impact on higher education policy and management. The discussion also covers the tension between institutional researchers and academia, the comparison with the role of librarians, and the consequences of institutional research's path over the past century. 👉 Episode Links: Free Kindle Download: https://www.amazon.ca/Outsourcing-Student-Success-Institutional-Education-ebook/dp/B07D7NDSJ7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= AI-CADEMY: Canada Summit for Post-Secondary Education: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/HESAaicademy/home

    23 分鐘

  8. 2024/11/07

    The University Advisory Group: Reimagining New Zealand’s Higher Ed Future with Chris Whelan

    In this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast, host Alex Usher speaks with Chris Whelan, Chief Executive of Universities New Zealand, about the country's new University Advisory Group. The discussion covers the challenges facing New Zealand's higher education system, including declining government funding and the impact of COVID-19 on student numbers. Whelan explains the purpose and scope of the advisory group and outlines the potential obstacles to implementing its recommendations. Tune in to understand the complexities of New Zealand's higher education landscape and the government's efforts to seek expert advice for its future.

    23 分鐘
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The World of Higher Education is dedicated to exploring developments in higher education from a global perspective. Join host, Alex Usher of Higher Education Strategy Associates, as he speaks with new guests each week from different countries discussing developments in their regions. Produced by Tiffany MacLennan and Samantha Pufek.

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    Higher Education Strategy Associates
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    2023年 - 2025年
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