| | 8 August 2019HIGHERReviewIN MY VIEWINCREASING GLOBAL EXPOSURE FOR STUDENTS THROUGH OVERSEAS EDUCATIONThe development of transportation and telecom-munication has diminished physical distanc-es across the globe and blurred the boundaries among nations. An increasing number of gov-ernments, corporations, and individuals (students/profes-sionals) have started making connections with one another, regardless of their nationality.With the world converging towards globalization, there is greater scope to widen opportunities in education, espe-cially for students. As a result, today's students have higher chances of implementing practices in the global arena and learn about the know-how of different countries. Cross-cul-tural references and a global perspective allow students to have a pragmatic view of international industries.Studying abroad is a pretty exciting and rewarding expe-rience for many students, as they not only get the opportu-nity to meet and network with people of varied cultures and backgrounds but also experience newer things and an en-tirely different set of standards. With the increasing aware-ness of the same, it has been observed that the student flow to key destinations like Australia, the U.S., the UK, and Canada has witnessed a steady rise. The idea of studying abroad may seem daunting at first, and it is natural to feel nervous as well as excited before the journey begins. However, one gradually realizes that there is not much to worry about. Overcoming the initial anx-iety aids in developing maturity and the ability to handle newer situations. One of the many advantages of providing students this international exposure is that it helps enhance and broaden their horizons. Learning from international visits and at-tending international workshops/seminars enables students to experience and understand the global scenario from a different perspective.Other Advantages include:1. Diverse education: By enrolling in a study abroad program, students have the opportunity to encounter di-verse styles of teaching than what they are used to back home. Different countries inevitably have different ways of doing things, so experiencing the educational offer-ing of another country helps expand a student's academic horizons while developing the ability to adapt to different educational environments.2. Potpourri Of Cultures: Many students opting for overseas education are first timers with regard to the expo-sure to distinct cultural perspectives in the new host coun-try. Moreover, they are able to experience new foods, cus-toms, traditions, and social atmospheres, all of which gives them a fresh outlook towards life.3. Earning While Learning: The number one reason that students usually worry about studying abroad is looking after their daily expenses. This includes not only the cost of the program itself, but also accommodation, food, books, travel, and other expenses, and this creates an urgency to generate a reliable source of income. However, several coun-By Amit Dasgupta, Inaugural India Country Director, UNSWAmit Dasgupta
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