Office of International/Global Affairs

EHE International Projects (2008-2010)

EHE has current relationships, called Memoranda of Understandings (MOUs), in a number of different countries and institutions. The areas covered are research, teaching, and exchange programs. The list described below shows many of the College MOUs that been approved for three, four, or five year agreements with international partners. In addition, several faculty special projects are described below. Additional MOUs are added as they are developed and finalized.

One major international involvement is the UNESCO UNEVOC Center for which EHE/OSU is the only such center in North America. Further information is available at the UNEVOC website.

In addition, information can be obtained form Professor Ronald L. Jacobs, School of Physical Activity and Educational Services

Except as otherwise stated below, additional information on EHE international initiatives and collaborations listed here can be obtained by contacting Dr. Charles R. Hancock, Associate Dean for Diversity & International Affairs, EHE.

Indonesia

State University Jakarta
State University of Malang
State University of Semarang
State University of Surabaya
State University of Yogyakarta
State University of Gorontalo
State University of Makassar
State University of Manado
State University of Medan
State University of Padang
Ganesha University of Education
Open University
Southeast Asia Ministers of Education Organization Regional Open Learning Center

Further information can be obtained at U.S./Indonesia Teacher Education Consortium (USINTEC) or from Dr. Sue Dechow.

China

The college has several collaborations with Chinese universities; these include:

Wuhan University - Summer Spoken English Program (Wuhan, China)
China Educational Association for International Exchange
Jilin Teachers' Institute of Engineering and Technology
Taipei (Taiwan) Medical University

Korea

The college has several collaborations in Korea, including

Chungnam University
Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education and Training
The Republic of Korea Army
Pusan National University (TESOL Summer Program)

Ghana

Dr. Cynthia Dillard has a long-term relationship with colleagues in Ghana. She regularly hosts groups of EHE faculty, students, and community members to visit schools that she has established in Ghana. Further information on her extensive work can be obtained form Dr. Dillard.

Haiti

University of Haiti (several initiatives in literacy, teacher training, and Reading Recovery KEEP books)

Further information is available from Dr. Terri Bucci.

Asian Study Tour related to Textiles and Clothing (in several countries)

Dr. Leslie Stohl, EHE Department of Consumer Sciences

Faculty and staff who have projects and/or who want to initiate international affairs initiatives are encouraged to contact Associate Dean Charles Hancock to discuss ideas and explore links with the EHE international affairs priorities.

The Ohio State University

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