Globalisation affects both language use and the economics of higher education. Considering how to design new instructional approaches to prepare graduates with competence in using language and professional knowledge interactively and interculturally has thus become a major concern of higher education institutes. Content and language integrated…

Many researchers trained in Europe leave to work abroad, namely in the USA. This brain-drain phenomenon is the result of a lack of openness and competition in European academic systems. Some aspects relating to the mobility of academic careers could make a difference in attracting--and maintaining--researchers, aside to serious structural reform.…

This literature review will examine international assignments as career development opportunities and uncover multiple issues and considerations with respect to lesbians and international assignments. There is a clear interest in the fields of management and human resource management in the privileges, challenges, and opportunities of…

This paper investigates the extent of overseas migration by British chemists over the period 1887-1971. Notwithstanding the "brain drain" alarms of the 1960s, overseas employment was characteristic of some 19% of British chemists' careers throughout our period, though its nature changed considerably. Our study examines the overseas…

Suitably qualified scientists and engineers are essential for research and development, innovation and, in turn, the growth of the economy. Science, engineering and technology skills are therefore necessary for Australia to remain competitive in a global market. This article reports findings from a nationwide study investigating the career…

Recounts an urban principal's decision to "chuck it all" and accept a Fulbright award to direct library expansion, inservice education, and curriculum development in a Cairo (Egypt) school district. Windows are broken, desks are scarce, teacher pay is abysmal, and vice principals roam the halls with sticks to goad stragglers. Is this…

Compared internationally mobile adolescents with peers who lived in United States throughout their lives (total n=1,076). Findings support impression that U.S. internationally mobile adolescents have more interest in travel and learning languages and that they rate themselves more culturally accepting and more oriented to international lifestyle…

There are many ways in which a company can ease a foreign executive's transition from a foreign assignment to a United States headquarters job. Assistance in housing, accommodations, compensation, taxes, and home office atmosphere are just a few areas in which the company can help. (Author)

Describes the possibilities for international librarianship and explains the hiring process. Discusses hiring fairs, recruitment agencies, the interview process, contracts, and job offers, and lists recommended resources. (LRW)

Jobs are hard to find in many countries because of worker inexperience and scarcity of positions. Article focused on British citizens wishing to work in Australia, New Zealand and Africa and the difficulties they might expect to encounter. (RK)

Observes that increasing numbers of overseas-trained professionals are seeking recognition of their qualifications in Australia. Asserts that only scant consideration has been given to recognizing and supporting skilled migrant early childhood professionals. Explores one type of program that attempts such recognition and makes key recommendations…

The barriers to upward mobility faced by female administrators working in American and International Overseas Schools and how these women perceived selected barriers were studied. The sample consisted of 67 women, mainly principals, directors, or superintendents, in administrative positions in International Schools in Latin America, Africa, Asia,…

This report presents a summary of the Committee on Education and Labor action on H.R. 3424, the "Overseas Teacher Act of 1988." H.R. 3424 requires the establishment of a uniform system of filling vacant teaching positions in overseas schools operated by the Department of Defense. It principally addresses two issues: (1) the hiring of teachers; and…

Discusses the stress factors involved in moving overseas to teach, or in returning home after an overseas assignment. Includes warning signs of relocation stress, such as becoming fearful of new situations, being reluctant to talk about the move, and finding excessive fault with new people or places. (Contains 15 references.) (NB)

Asserts that, with the new structure of the global economy, the pattern of international mobility of highly skilled personnel (HSP) is changing. Analyzes the development of a new phenomenon, "brain circulation," where HSP's stay a shorter period of time in host countries due to international job opportunities. (MJP)