Conference 2011 : Global Vision, Local Action(4th International Conference on Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship)8 – 9 September 2011, Bournemouth UK Announcement 'We must ensure that the global market is embedded in broadly shared values and practices that reflect global social needs, and that all the world’s people share the benefits of globalization.' 'As the world becomes increasingly interdependent and fragile (..) we have much to learn from the ongoing collaborative search for truth and wisdom.' Our fourth 'Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship' conference takes the title of ‘Global Vision, Local Action’. We shall continue to address the overlapping themes of Sustainable Development, Internationalisation and Global Citizenship but are keen to explore the interconnections between the themes and how local action addresses global concerns. We adhere to the belief that these are not separate issues: holistic approaches that encompass all aspects of university life are important if higher education is to contribute effectively to global sustainability. As the Earth Charter quote suggests, we have much to learn. Collaboration may enable us to develop new ways of seeing; working together may enhance power of our local actions. The conference aims to bring together participants who are taking forward sustainable development, internationalisation and global citizenship within the context of Further/ Higher Education. This may be through learning, teaching and assessment, student support, extra-curricular activities, initiatives that address sustainable development on campus or make connections between the local and the global. The conference themes are intended to provide broad guidance, rather than limit participation. All contributions that demonstrate relevance to addressing global perspectives and sustainable development in FE/HE will be considered. Welcome with Chris ShielChris Shiel’s biography (PDF 59 kb) KeynotesKeynote speakers include Dr Doug Bourn, Theo Sowa and Professor Michelle Barker . Dr Douglas Bourn is Director of the Development Education Research Centre at the Institute of Education of the University of London. He has had numerous articles published on themes such as education for sustainable development, young people as global citizens and theory and practice of development education. Born in Ghana, Theo Sowa has worked as an independent consultant, policy advisor and trainer for more than 15 years. Her work focuses mainly on African social development, children and youth issues and HIV/AIDS. Michelle Barker is Deputy Head of the Department of Griffith Business School in Griffith University, Australia. Her research expertise includes internationalisation of the curriculum; intercultural awareness; adjustment and communication. The full biography of each Keynote speaker can be downloaded here: The full programme for the Conference can be downloaded here: SpeakersHeather Clay & Catherine Minett-Smith Alastair Robertson & Heather Luna Susan Gebbells Jacky Crook & Ronald Macintyre Roman Gerodimos Georgios Zampas Simon Steiner Edwin van Teijlingen Marcelle Townsend-Cross Simon Kemp David Owen Amanda Williams, Patrick Pica & Chris Shiel David Owen Carole Trueman Andrea Dunhill Miriam Firth John Vaughan ESD Group Stephen Scoffham and Peter Rands Harriet Sjerps-Jones Sara Ashencaen-Crabtree and Jonathan Parker Elizabeth Bone Kim Fong Poon-Mcbrayer EnrolmentRegistration for this conference has now closed. Conference Venue: The Executive Business Centre, Bournemouth University Accommodation: The Conference Dinner will be held at the Green House Hotel. A special rate has been agreed with this hotel for £90 for single/double occupancy including breakfast (usual rate is £200 for a standard double room). There is a possibility for a free upgrade to the luxurious large or master double rooms. This is subject to availability. However, there are a limited number of rooms available at the Green House Hotel and other recommendations include:-
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