ISANA 2010 Conference Proceedings

Conference

The 21st ISANA International Education Conference was held in Melbourne, Victoria, from 30 November – 4 December 2010 at The Crown Promenade.

Theme

Engaging with the wider community

Referencing

Surname, Initial (2010), The paper title, Conference Proceedings of the 21st ISANA International Education Conference, 30 November – 4 December 2010, ISANA International Education Association, page XXX.

Title: 21st ISANA International Education Association Conference Proceedings
Format: Web (https://isana.org.au/isana-2010-conference-proceedings)
Publisher: ISANA International Education Association Inc.
Place of Publication: The Gap, Queensland, Australia, 4061
Editor: Dr Felicity Fallon and Dr Shanton Chang
ISBN: 978-0-9757180-8-7 Online Resource

 

Presentations

Click on the link to open the abstract, paper, slides or other media, where available. Refereed category papers are fully written and blind peer reviewed papers.

Title Format
Saudi International Students in Australia and Intercultural Engagement: A Study of Transitioning from a Gender-Segregated Culture to a Mixed Gender Environment
Ahmed Alhazmi
Paper
F1 Refereed
Think Before’ Project
Larry Anderson, Ian Geddes, Danielle Hartridge
Abstract
Workshop
Community Engagement and Study-to-Work Transitions: Recommendations from Asia-Born New Zealand-Educated Business Graduates
Dr Vivienne Anderson, Mr Terry McGrath, Dr Andrew Butcher, Chze Pheng Ching, Akira Doi
Paper
F1 Refereed
Adjunct ESL Tutorial Programs for First Year Students at the University of Melbourne
Anna Bailey, Elizabeth Smith
Slides
F1 Refereed
It’s All About Sport
Robyn Bailey
Paper
Non Refereed
A New Social Phenomenon? The Migration of Professional Sri Lankan Women to New Zealand
Mallika Bandara
Paper
F1 Refereed
Engaging Multi-dimensional Support Mechanisms in a Faculty Community through Peer Mentoring
Rachael Baron
AbstractSlides
Non Refereed
International Student Service – a 24 Hour Commitment
Brett Blacker
Paper
Non Refereed
Homestay Issues and Outcomes from 2007 to 2010
David Bycroft*, Sylvia Lewohl
Paper
Non Refereed
Murdoch University International Student Engagement & Retention: A Case Study for Using Sports & Culture to Enhance Intercultural Engagement, Interaction & Integration in the Wider Community
Nicolas Castagnette, Dirk Mulder
Paper
Non Refereed
Interaction Between Local and International Students Using Inclusive Approaches to Intercultural
Dialogue Diana Collett, Jared Thomas
AbstractPaperSlides
Non Refereed
Positive ‘Australian Experience’ – Active Social Participation and Engagement
Wesa Chau, Darren Li, Arfa Noor
PaperSlides
Non Refereed
Building on Success: Linking the University of Otago’s International Mentor Programme with the Student Exchange Programme
Jason Cushen
Paper
Non Refereed
International Students and Human Rights
Joris de Bres
Abstract
Non Refereed
Communication – Facing the Reality: How Culturally Sensitive Are We?
Ranjith Dediwalage
Abstract
Workshop
Community Friends & Networks Programme (CFNP)
Laura Della-Pasqua, Danielle M Campbell, Alicia Copping
Abstract
Non Refereed
Pre-arrival Tool: Student Services Reaching Out To Students With Offers
Kirsty Drysdale, Rachel Carter
Paper
Non Refereed
What Can We Learn from Students Who Are Terminated from Their Studies?
Dr Jim Elliott, Dr Sean Murray, Simon Roy
Paper
Non Refereed
Responding to Mental Health Issues for International Students
Dr Jim Elliott, Dr Sean Murray
Abstract
Workshop
Cultural Values and Cultural Issues in Mixed Culture International Student Accommodation Arrangements
Dr Felicity Fallon
Paper
Non Refereed
Internationalisation and the Shaping of Student Lives in the City Professor
Ruth Fincher
Abstract
Non Refereed
Developing and Delivering a Cross-cultural Training Workshop for Your Institution
Mary Furnari, Dr Shanton Chang
Abstract
Workshop
The Changing Face of Student Services at UNSW@ADFA – Breaking Down the Barriers
Mette Granvik
Abstract
Non Refereed
Engaging with the Wider Community: Steps to Build Effective Partnerships
Ruth Gresham
Abstract
Workshop
Engaging the Wider Japanese Community in Supporting International Students in Japan
George Harada, Natsuko Kambayashi
Abstract
Non Refereed
Harnessing Your Skills for Community Engagement: Identifying, Matching, and Transferring
Stephen Harte, Miss Xi (Sissi) Zhong
Abstract
Workshop
International Student Advising Foundations
Sylvia Hooker, Danielle Hartridge
Abstract
Workshop
Managing Critical Incidents
Sylvia Hooker
Abstract
Workshop
Internationalisation & Community Engagement
Professor Elspeth Jones
AbstractSlides
Non Refereed
Moving Towards Creating Perfect Partners in the School Community, Local Community, and What the Needs of the International Students Are Through This Process
Kate Kelleher, Geoff Clark, Catherine Mostyn
AbstractSlides
Workshop
International Student Safety from a Homestay Perspective
Sylvia Lewohl
Paper
Non Refereed
Student Employability
Julian Longbottom, Simon Bruce
Abstract
Non Refereed
Virtual Voyages Sharing International Students’ Online Travel Experiences
Dr Nadia Lovett, Trevor Lovett
Abstract
Workshop
Intercultural Community Engagement – A Regional Campus Perspective
Joanne Matthews, Freda Webb
Abstract
Non Refereed
Enhancing Community Engagement of International Students Using Computer-Mediated Communities
Terry McGrath, Claire Hastings
Paper
Non Refereed
Using Community Engagement in Providing Pastoral Care of Mature International Students and Their Families
Terry McGrath, Jenny McGrath
AbstractPaper
Workshop
International Students – Understanding the Motives for Higher Education as Development Aid
Karen Medica
PaperSlides
Non Refereed
Internationalising Teaching and Learning: Perspectives and Issues Voiced by Senior Academics at One Australian University
Dr Patricie Mertova, Dr Wendy Green
PaperSlides
F1 Refereed
Best Practice in International Education in Australia
Melville Miranda
Paper
Non Refereed
Understanding the Interrelation Between International Education and Tourism in Australia
Sabine Muschter
Abstract
Non Refereed
Construction of Work Experiences by Doctoral Students in Victoria
Danny Ong
Paper
Non Refereed
“Wiki” A Support Tool to Communicate and Assist Host Families
Jennifer Petrie
Abstract
Non Refereed
Providing Student Accommodation Services When You Don’t Own or Manage Any Housing
Patricia Petronio
Abstract
Non Refereed
Engaging Stakeholders: Implementing the Post-entry English Language Testing Policy at the University of Melbourne
Laurie Ransom
Paper
Non Refereed
Student City, Palmerston North, the International Student Experience
Dianne Reilly, Sylvia Hooker, Natalia Benquet
AbstractPaper
Non Refereed
Measuring the ‘Home’ in Homestay
Dr Katie Richardson
Abstract
Non Refereed
Welcome to Wollongong: 3 Times Lucky or Sheer Determination?
Virginie Schmelitschek, Melissa Zacagnini
PaperSlides
Non Refereed
Strengthening the University Community through the Successful Transition of International Students to University Life
Prof Judith Scott, Julia Dennis, Ruth Gresham
Paper
Non Refereed
Engaging Across Sectors and with the Community through ISANA
Mary Ann Seow
AbstractPaper
Non Refereed
Engaging Arabic International Students in Higher Education: A Review of the Literature
Gregor Shepherd
Paper
Non Refereed
An Investigation of How International Students Experience Their Education in Courses in Higher Education
Nishani Singh
Paper
Non Refereed
Student Welcome 2010 at Melbourne Airport
Sharon Smith
Abstract
Non Refereed
Adjustment Experiences of International Pre-service Teachers through Community Service Engagement
Hannah Soong, Amanda Daly
Paper
Non Refereed
Evaluating Community Engagement Initiatives in Higher Education
Felix Tan, Rosemary Stockdale, Rajesh Vasa, Siow Yen, Sebastian Ng
Paper
Non Refereed
“You Can’t Ask That!”: An Insight into the Exacting Nature of Questions on an IELTS Test
Paula Vigorelli
Slides
Non Refereed
Preparing International Students for Community Engagement: Laying the Foundations
Xi (Sissi) Zhong
Abstract
Non Refereed
The Price of Learning: A Study of Chinese Students’ Psychological and Socio-Cultural Challenges in South Australia
Chong Zhou, Peter Willis
Paper
Non Refereed