Knowledge diaspora insights
The European Consortium for Political Research (ECPR) General Conference 2024 recently wrapped up, featuring panels on knowledge diaspora, higher education, and Artificial Intelligence. The discussions shed light on diaspora members' engagement in higher education and the challenges they face.
Embracing the future in higher education
University aspirations and adaptability were in the spotlight at the ECPR conference. The panel explored how universities shape their futures through research management, professorial selection, digital teaching, and more.
Policy actors in higher education
The panel focused on actors, goals, and instruments in higher education policy, examining decentralization processes, leadership profiles, and policy coherence in Norwegian higher education.
Geopolitics impact on higher education
The panel on shifting geopolitics and higher education dynamics delved into the effects of global geopolitics on educational policies and practices, addressing issues like academic freedom and institutional responses to conflicts.
European Universities Initiative review
The panel discussed the European Universities Initiative's growth and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of alliances in driving cooperation and addressing societal challenges in European higher education.
Migration-higher education nexus
Exploring changing migration policies and higher education practices, the panel highlighted the integration of global university rankings in migration regimes and the fragility of regionalism in internationalization policies.
University Presidents' role
University presidents' roles in positioning universities in competition, crisis management, and organizational development were analyzed in the panel. Insights were shared on crisis communication, hybrid organizations, and coalitions of academia.
Artificial Intelligence and power dynamics
The panel focused on power asymmetries in Artificial Intelligence, examining national AI strategies, algorithmic governance, risk-based regulation, and the government's role in shaping AI development.
Science diplomacy advancements
The panel discussed geographical patterns in science diplomacy literature, the co-production of governance at the knowledge-policy interface, and the evolution of EU science diplomacy policy.
Standing group achievements
The Standing Group celebrated winners of the excellent paper award and planned future activities, including the section at the 2025 ECPR General Conference in Thessaloniki, Greece. Stay tuned for more updates!
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By: Europe of Knowledge
Title: ECPR Knowledge Politics and Policies 2024
Sourced From: era.ideasoneurope.eu/2024/09/10/ecpr-knowledge-politics-and-policies-2024/
Published Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:53:51 +0000
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