BOLOGNA-INDissemination, Impact and Quality Report

First Volume

May 2017

Bologna-INJean MONNET Projects –

EU higher education policy: the BOLOGNA process and

internationalization of Indian universities

BOLOGNA-INDissemination, Impact and Quality Report

First Volume

May 2017

Bologna-INJean MONNET Projects –

EU higher education policy: the BOLOGNA process and

internationalization of Indian universities

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Contents

1. Introduction .............................................................................................. 3

2. Dissemination............................................................................................ 3

Deliverable 2.2.1 - Bologna-IN logo ............................................................... 3

Deliverable 2.2.5 - Marketing: Preparation and dissemination of project promotional materials .................................................................................. 4

Deliverable 2.2.2 - Informational and consultancy website: EU Higher Education Policy, the Bologna Process, ECTS and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System – www.bolognaproject.in ....................... 4

Event 2.4.1 - International workshop on “Bologna Process - the European Higher Education Area: ECTS, Mobility, Employability and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System” .......................... 6

Miscellaneous ................................................................................................ 8

3. Impact ....................................................................................................... 9

4. Quality ........................................................................................................ 12

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1. Introduction We are glad to present the first volume of the Bologna-IN Dissemination, Impact and Quality Report. This half-yearly report will take you through the key highlights, developments and impact of Bologna-IN Project. This project has augmented the discussion on the Bologna Process, EU Higher Education Policy and Internationalization of Indian Universities. The report is divided into three parts for easier reading and clarity. The first part will investigate the progress of deliverables due and the first event organized on March 2-3, 2017. The second part concerns with analyzing the impact of the actions taken to promote EU Higher Education Policy, Bologna Process during the last six months. The final part will assess the quality of the actions and feedback of participants and web visitors.

2. Dissemination Deliverable 2.2.1 - Bologna-IN logo In order to give the Project a visual identity, the Bologna-IN logo was created in the month of September 2016. The core idea behind the design was to make the Project recognizable to general public. The Bologna-IN logo uses the simple concept of logos. The Project name is used as it is in the logo with a horizontal line underneath. The colour used for the text is similar to the European Union’s flag and the line colour is similar to the official colour of the Erasmus program. Please visit https://bolognaproject.in/downloads/

The Bologna-IN logo along with the EU flag and the “co-funded” message was then, disseminated on several platforms in the last seven months.

Dissemination platform Estimated reach bolognaproject.in Informational and consultancy website (refer Figure 3)

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Facebook page - Bologna Project – EU Higher Education Policy @bolognaprojectindia

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The general brochure 300 First international workshop – on the venue, Identity cards, program agenda

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Promotional material i.e. folders, ECTS guide 80

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Deliverable 2.2.5 - Marketing: Preparation and dissemination of project promotional materials A general brochure about the Project was designed and printed in December 2016 as a part of the first round of marketing: Preparation and Dissemination of Project Promotional Materials. The brochures were disseminated around Manipal-Udupi in the initial stage. As the Project progressed, to ensure maximum reach, the brochures were distributed via e-mails to all central universities in India and to all state universities in Karnataka, along with the invitation to participate in the first international workshop on “Bologna Process - the European Higher Education Area: ECTS, Mobility, Employability and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System.”

Deliverable 2.2.2 - Informational and consultancy website: EU Higher Education Policy, the Bologna Process, ECTS and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System – www.bolognaproject.in The Informational and consultancy website to disseminate information about the Project and EU Higher Education Policy went live in the month of October 2016. The website has attracted approximately 200 unique visitors with a total of 1200 views. The project logo appears on the website consistently. The website hosts following sections –

Home The Project Downloads

The Home page provides general information about

the Project, latest happenings, upcoming

events and features, contact details, sitemap

and shortcut to the gallery section.

Visitor can obtain

information about the events organized under Bologna-In project. This

section also features “Participant

Registration” area.

The Download section allows visitors to view

and save several presentations (First

international workshop), the Project’s brochure,

program details, etc.

Who We Are Events Consultation

This section hosts information about the

Department of European Studies (DES), Manipal University, Manipal and

external links to University of Milan, Italy.

This section offers reader with detail

information about the Project i.e. introduction,

objectives, planned activities, milestones, and expected impact.

This section features an online form to facilitate HEIs and individuals an

opportunity to ask queries, give suggestion,

or feedback.

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Blogposts:

1. Quick guide to Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fellowships 2. EU Funding 3. EU Higher Education Policy Bologna Process, and

internationalization of higher studies: ECTS and Credits’ Recognition

4. The Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area (ESG) 2015

5. Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions – Research Fellowship Programme 6. Bologna-IN project in a nutshell 7. International workshop on Bologna Process and

Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System |2-3 March 2017 | Registrations open

8. Internationalization of universities is not a choice but a necessity for all Indian Universities – Dr H Vinod Bhat

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Event 2.4.1 - International workshop on “Bologna Process - the European Higher Education Area: ECTS, Mobility, Employability and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System”

Link - https://bolognaproject.in/first-workshop/

The two-day international workshop on “Bologna Process - the European Higher Education Area: ECTS, Mobility, Employability and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System” was indeed a remarkable start to the forthcoming discussions on internationalization prospects of the Indian and European higher education systems. While the discussions on the first day focused on EU India academic cooperation, efforts to enhance this cooperation and the Bologna experiment; the second day of the workshop comprised panel discussions on initiatives by EURAXESS India, the vital relation between internationalization of higher education and employability and internationalization of higher education and innovation.

The workshop witnessed presence of eminent personalities such as: Mr Thibault Devanlay, EU Delegation to India; Ms Ainhitze Bizakarrlegorra Bravo, Country Representative EURAXESS India; Dr H Vinod Bhat, Vice Chancellor, Manipal University, Manipal. Special guests from the University of Milan Prof Paola Catenaccio and Ms Monica Sinibaldi, imparted their expertise on Bologna Process, Credits, Grades Recognition and Mobility.

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The two-day international workshop relentlessly stressed on the scope for mutual learning from both the higher education systems. The panel discussion emphasized on the pressing need to establish a link between employability of university graduates and aligning the academic curriculum to the professional/ industry requirements. Interestingly, the panelists also discussed how it is essential to imbibe innovative strategies in teaching and learning methods, and research and development.

Internationalization of higher education is an inevitable reality today. Evidently, the process of internationalizing university campuses goes beyond the idea of student mobility but rather, includes an array of aspects such as: research cooperation, credit transfer and recognition, new emerging forms of internationalization and maintaining heterogeneity yet homogeneity of national education systems by moving towards a common global education space.

A diverse group of 60 people attended the workshop for two days.

Figure 1. Participants by profession

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Figure 2: Participants by background

There was a positive response to the event. The result of participant’s feedback on the Workshop organization, quality and learning is presented in the next section.

Miscellaneous In order to share the project activities and experiences, the coordinator has joined the “Jean Monnet Community” an online platform (http://jeanmonnet.ning.com). The project is also present on Erasmus+ result platform.

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3. Impact

Audience reached via website The project website launched in October 2016, has gained momentum since. The total page views increased from 20 in October 2016 to 648 in March 2017.

Figure 3: Audience reached via website

Source: https://wordpress.com/stats/insights/bolognaproject.in

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First workshop participants feedback:

The event provided a platform for team-building and networking for the participants. The information shared during the event would certainly result to a domino effect. In terms of opportunities provided for team-building, networking and interactions with co-participants and experts, 91.7 per cent of participants found the event satisfactory.

When asked about the learning outcomes of the First International Workshop, 91.7 per cent respondents agreed that they gained additional knowledge regarding the Bologna process, transnational harmonization of

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higher education systems and India-EU collaboration in the field of education.

The experts and participants to the event shared several best practices amongst each other about the internationalization process. 70.8 per cent of the respondents agreed that it was helpful and they plan to spread the word or implement those best practices in their organization.

95.8 per cent respondents agreed that they feel encouraged to actively contribute to the academic cooperation between Indian and European Universities. The result indicates the positive outcome of the event.

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4. Quality

The First International Workshop focused on mutual learning from both education systems, disseminating information, discussions on - Bologna process, Mobility, Employability and Internationalization of Indian Higher Education System. They participants were engaged through sessions by experts, panel discussions and simulation activities.

On the sessions offered during the event, a total of 91.7 per cent of the respondents were either very satisfied or satisfied. The respondents also pointed out that they enjoyed most of the sessions and learned something new from each of the sessions.

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The participants were provided a welcome kit on Day 1, which included:

1. Programme details 2. ECTS guide 3. Project Brochure 4. Welcome note by the Coordinator 5. Identity card 6. Project folder 7. Notepad and a pen

Majority of the respondent were satisfied with the materials provided during the event.

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The coordinator provided due support and guidance to all the participants before and during the two-day event. Majority of the participants were satisfied with the amount and quality of support received.

For more information –

www.bolognaproject.in

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Department of European StudiesBehind Post Office,Manipal – 576 104 UdupiKarnataka, India

Tel: +91 820 2923053

Fax: +91 820 2923076

E-mail: projects.mces@manipal.edu

For more info visit www.bolognaproject.in