Internationalisation of Higher Education for Sustainable Development

Erscheinungsjahr 2025
ISBN: 978-90-04-73660-3
Verlag: World Bank Publications

Buch, Englisch, Band 22, 254 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 558 g

Reihe: African Higher Education: Developments and Perspectives

This book is an essential resource for academics, postgraduate students, policymakers, and higher education practitioners, particularly those engaged in internationalisation, sustainability, curriculum development, and educational policy in the Global South. It critically examines the intersection of globalisation and sustainable development within higher education, offering theoretical insights and practical strategies. Featuring contributions from leading scholars, it explores themes such as Indigenous Knowledge Systems, STEAM education, inclusive pedagogy, and curriculum reform. By addressing the challenges and opportunities of internationalisation, this volume provides a roadmap for fostering globally engaged yet locally responsive institutions that advance equity, sustainability, and innovation in Southern African higher education.

Contributors are: Conilius Jaison Chagwiza, Munyaradzi Chidarikire, Pinias Chikuvadze, Thuthukile Jita, Theresia Joakim Kanyopa, Fumane Portia Khanare, Anne-Faith Majoni, Farirai P. Matemavi, Clareta Makuvire, Albert Mufanechiya, Edson Mudzamiri, Samuel Mugijima, Christopher Mutseekwa, Samuel Nnadoziem Ndukuba, Zezekwa Nicholas, Peace Ginika Nwokedi, Gladys Sunzuma, Davira Tamuka, Kudzayi Tarisayi, Mamosa Thaanyane, Mudavanhu Young and Joseph Zuva.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Weitere Mitwirkende

Savious Tarisayi, Kudzayi

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface

List of Figures and Tables

Notes on Contributors

Introduction: Navigating the Nexus—Internationalisation and Sustainable Development in Southern African Higher Education Kudzayi Savious Tarisayi

1 Theoretical Foundations of Internationalisation and Sustainable Development in Higher Education: A Southern African Perspective Kudzayi Savious Tarisayi

2 Conceptualising Entrepreneurship Education in Higher Education: A Case of Lesotho and South Africa Higher Education Mamosa Thaanyane and Thuthukile Jita

3 Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa Claretah Makuvire and Albert Mufanechiya

4 STEAM Education in Institutions of Higher Learning: A Pathway towards Lifelong Learning Christopher Mutseekwa, Mugijima Samuel and Farirai P. Matemavi

5 Unconditional Love and Support for Humanity: Nurturing Gender Identity Equity and Inclusivity in Higher Education Institutions in Southern Africa Theresia Joakim Kanyopa

6 Reflections on the University Experience: A Case Study of International Postgraduate Students at a South African University Peace Ginika Nwokedi, Fumane Portia Khanare and Samuel Nnadoziem Ndukuba

7 Black International Students in the 21st Century South African University: Resiliencies Amid Adversities Peace Ginika Nwokedi and Fumane Portia Khanare

8 Modularisation of Higher Education Curriculum for Sustainable Development in Southern Africa Daimond Dziva, Young Mudavanhu, Pinias Chikuvadze and Joseph Zuva

9 Addressing Sexual Exploitation and Harassment in Teachers Colleges: Drivers, Consequences and Solutions Tamuka Davira, Anne-Faith Majoni and Munyaradzi Chidarikire

10 Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems into Science Educators’ Professional Development for Cultural Sustainability Daimond Dziva, Young Mudavanhu, Christopher Mutseekwa and Samuel Mugijima

11 Electronic Teaching Practicum in STEM Teacher Education in Higher Education in Southern Africa Nicholas Zezekwa, Gladys Sunzuma, Pinias Chikuvadze, Conilius Jaison Chagwiza and Edson Mudzamiri

Index

Über Autor(innen)

Kudzayi Savious Tarisayi, was a Senior Lecturer at Stellenbosch University. An NRF C2-rated researcher, he has published widely on contemporary issues in education and artificial intelligence in education, including his book Leading the AI Revolution in Education (Eliva Press, 2024).