Conference
The 23rd ISANA International Education Conference was held in Auckland, New Zealand, from 4 to 7 December 2012 at The Viaduct Events Centre.
Theme
Developing global citizens: Enhancing the student experience through embedded support and academic services
Referencing
Surname, Initial (2012), The paper title, Conference Proceedings of the 23rd ISANA International Education Conference, 4-7 December 2012, ISANA International Education Association, page XXX.
| Title: | 23rd ISANA International Education Association Conference Proceedings |
| Format: | Web (https://isana.org.au/isana-2012-conference-proceedings) |
| Publisher: | ISANA International Education Association Inc. |
| Place of Publication: | 228 Liverpool St, Hobart 7000 |
| Editor: | Dr Katie Richardson, Dr Shanton Chang, Mr Terry McGrath |
| ISBN: | 978-0-9757180-7-0 Online Resource |
Updates from Authors
If you have additional material you would like included in the proceedings or if you spot any errors that need correcting, please email us at mail@conferencedesign.com.au.
Presentations
Click on the icons to open the abstract, paper, slides or other media, where available. F1 Refereed category papers are fully written and blind peer reviewed papers.
| Title | Format |
| Responing to Mental Health for International Students Patrick Au, Sean Murray, Jim Elliott* Slides |
Workshop |
| Relationships and Sexual Health Promotion Project for QUT International Students Yongnam Baek*, Heena Akbar, Graeme Baguley Abstract | Slides |
Refereed |
| Harmonising Student Experience and Support Services – Enhancing Connectivity Liesl Barnett, Emma Hart Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Indian Students at QUT: Expectations and Experience Swati Basu*, Heena Akbar Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| Engaging New International Students: An Update of the 3C Model Christopher Beard Abstract Paper |
Refereed |
| International Saudi Female Students in Australia and Social Networking Sites: What Are the Motivations and Barriers to Communication? Haifa Binsahl, Shanton Chang* Abstract | Paper |
Refereed |
| It is Not Just the Academic That Counts – A Certificate in Recognition of Co-curricular Activities for International Students Kate Casey Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| An Innovative and Interactive Game Playing Approach to Disseminate Vital Student Support Services Information More Effectively to International Students, While Simultaneously Enhancing Social Engagement Between International and Domestic Students and the Broader Community During Orientation Week Robyn Cetinich*, Thomas Arnold, Sarah Sekulic Abstract |
Non Refereed |
| Communicating with International Students: How Do Their Social Networks Impact on Where They Go to for Information? Shanton Chang, Basil Alzougool, Catherine Gomes, Marsha Berry*, Sharon Smith, Daniel Reeders Abstract | Paper |
Refereed |
| Student Success, Psychological Literacy, and Global Citizenship Associate Professor Jacquelyn Cranney Abstract |
Plenary |
| Internationalisation at Home: Building Cross-cultural Understanding Among Local and International Students Through Enhanced Teaching and Learning Practices Karen Commons, Vicky Mabin, Xiaodan Gao Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| Tweet the Teacher: Using Twitter as a Mechanism to Increase Classroom Engagement Michael Cowling*, Jeremy Novak Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| Access, Use, and Usefulness: Services for International Students at One Australian University Katie Dunworth*, Pam Roberts, Duncan Boldy Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Enhancing the Student Experience: Approaches to the Development of English Language Proficiency Katie Dunworth*, Helen Drury, Cynthia Kralik, Tim Moore, Denise Mulligan Abstract |
Workshop |
| Professional Support for Student Advisors Jim Elliott, Sean Murray, Helen Hesselberg* Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Factors Impacting Information Seeking Behaviour of International Students: Towards a Conceptual Model Leila Meratian Esfahani, Shanton Chang* Abstract | Paper |
Refereed |
| Introducing the Online Tutorial on the 2012 Additions to the Australian ESOS Act Felicity Fallon Abstract | Slides |
Workshop |
| A Case Study of Online Peer-learning to Foster Cultural Awareness in Medical Students Mary Furnari Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Cross-cultural Experience at Home: Kiwi Students’ Reflections on Being ExcelL Volunteers Xiaodan Gao, Karen Commons Abstract | Slides |
Non |
| Services on a Shoestring or ‘Just How Many Miracles Can We Perform?’ Bronwyn Gilson, Ashleigh Dempster Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| ‘I Learnt to Live Happily’: Self-reflection on Success Factors for New Zealand Aid Programme Scholars Julia Harrison Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Case Studies in International Student Support: The IDP Experience Henry Ho*, Jane Li Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Linking Academic and Support Staff Members in a Team to Improve the Quality of Transnational Pre-service Teacher Education Dr. John Hope Abstract | Slides |
Plenary |
| Knowing Our Personal and Professional Boundaries Brian Johnston Slides |
Workshop |
| The Particular Challenges Facing International Students Embarking on Postgraduate Study at the University of Otago Brian Johnston Abstract |
Non Refereed |
| Integrative Framework for Student-centred Learning: A Holistic Lens for Ensuring Quality Educational Experience Chona Kennedy Abstract | Slides | Other |
Non Refereed |
| Mend-A-Friend: Building a Peer Support Culture to Help Tertiary Students in Distress Catherine Leahy*, Raymond Peterson, Ian Wilson, David Emmett Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Developing Global Citizens at Home – Learning From the Past to Plan for the Future Associate Professor Betty Leask Abstract |
Plenary |
| Enhancing Interaction Between Domestic and International Students: Creating Opportunities Through the Student Exchange Programme Fiona Mann*, Kirsty McClure Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Cultural and Religious Connections; Community Engagement; Wellness and Entry Adjustment Amongst International Students in Palmerston North Terry McGrath, Rashmi Kant Abstract | Paper |
Non Refereed |
| Asia-born New Zealand Trained Business Graduates Reaction and Insight into Internationalization in New Zealand University Business Schools Terry McGrath*, Vivienne Anderson, Ching Chze Pheng, Akira Doi Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| Living Together: Interaction, Intercultural Understanding and Adaptation in a Multi-nationality Postgraduate Community Theresa McKinven Slides |
Non |
| Understanding the Decision-making Process of European International Students to Study Abroad in Australia and Their Ensuing Travel Behaviour During Their Stay in Australia Sabine Muschter Abstract |
Refereed |
| UniSA’s Approach Towards Enhancing Student Experience Through the Implementation of a Learning, Language and Literacies (L3) Model Sasikala Nallaya Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| Autumn Entry into Japanese Universities; How a Structural Change Enhanced Global Citizenship Development Opportunities for Japanese Students Yoshinobu Onishi Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Enhancing Academic Experience of International Students in Western Research Universities David Pang Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| ‘Wiki’ a Support Tool to Communicate and Assist Host Families in Enhancing the Student Experience Jennifer Petrie Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Mentoring Students With Different Cultural Backgrounds Usha Rao Abstract | Paper |
Non Refereed |
| Hub Central: Using Space to Produce Peer Interaction Across Diverse Student Groups Hedley Reberger Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Losing License to Recruit: The Impact of Migration Debates in the UK on International Students Sarah Rimmington Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Preparing Students for Global Citizenship: The Victoria International Leadership Programme Professor Roberto Rabel Abstract | Slides |
Plenary |
| Experiencing Australia: Arab Students’ Perspectives and Perceptions Informing Enhancement Strategies Gregor Shepherd*, Halim Rane Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| A Holistic Approach to Homestay: Enhancing Global Relationships Fatima Shipton Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Have Our Students Got What It Takes? Report on Work by the New Zealand Ministry of Education on Global Knowledge and Competencies Marie-Louise Siddle Abstract | Slides |
Plenary |
| City of Melbourne: Developing an International Student Strategy Sharon Smith*, Gary Lee Abstract |
Non Refereed |
| Transnational Higher Education Programs for Facilitating Inter-University Knowledge Transfer: University of Indonesia’s Experience Agustian Sutrisno*, Djoko Hartanto, Hitendra Pillay Abstract | Paper | Slides |
Refereed |
| A UK Case Study: Oxford University and the Integration of Home and International Student Support Services James Tibbert Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| ‘Getting It Right the First Year’ Leuaina Vaai-Hatier, Jamie Hooper Abstract |
Non Refereed |
| The Student Life Art Project 2012: Exploring and Enhancing the Student Experience Through the Creative and Expressive Arts Maria Valastro Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Harnessing the Curricular and Co-Curricular to Promote Meaningful Student Engagement Kitty Vivekananda Abstract | Slides |
Non Refereed |
| Homestay Is Not for Everyone – An Alternative Model Adele Wilson, Dylan Anderson Abstract | Paper |
Non Refereed |