The Intersection of E-Learning and Intercultural Competence in Global Higher Education, (Paperback)

As higher education becomes increasingly global and digitally connected, universities are rethinking how students develop the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to thrive in culturally diverse environments. Intercultural competence has emerged as a core outcome of internationalized education, preparing learners to communicate effectively, collaborate across cultures, and navigate an interconnected world. At the same time, the rapid growth of e-learning, online collaboration, and technology-enhanced instruction has transformed where and how these global learning experiences take place. While digital learning environments offer unprecedented opportunities for international engagement and cross-cultural interaction, realizing their full potential requires intentional pedagogical design, meaningful collaboration, and research-informed approaches that foster authentic intercultural learning. The Intersection of E-Learning and Intercultural Competence in Global Higher Education examines how e-learning can support the development of intercultural competence by bringing together current theoretical perspectives, empirical research, and evidence-based practices from diverse higher education contexts. Moving beyond descriptive accounts of online international learning, this book explores how digital technologies, innovative pedagogies, and virtual collaboration can foster intercultural knowledge, skills, and attitudes while advancing more inclusive, globally connected, and culturally responsive learning experiences. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship education, and virtual classrooms, this book is a excellent academic resource for graduate and doctoral students, higher education administrators, international program directors, institutional leaders, instructional designers, educational technologists, accreditation organizations, policymakers, and more.

• The Intersection of E-Learning and Intercultural Competence in Global Higher Education, (Paperback)
• Author: Akinori Ito
• ISBN: 9798337380360
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-11-10
• Page Count: 0