| | 8 July 2019HIGHERReviewINCREASING GLOBAL EXPOSURE FOR STUDENTS THROUGH OVERSEAS EDUCATIONBy Amit Dasgupta, Inaugural India Country Director, UNSWThe development of transportation and telecommunication has diminished phys-ical distances across the globe and blurred the boundaries among nations. An increasing number of governments, cor-porations, and individuals (stu-dents/professionals) have start-ed making connections with one another, regardless of their nationality.With the world converging towards globalization, there is greater scope to widen oppor-tunities in education, especially 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 coun-tries. Cross-cultural references and a global perspective allow students to have a pragmatic view of international indus-tries.Studying abroad is a pretty exciting and rewarding experi-ence for many students, as they not only get the opportunity to meet and network with people of varied cultures and back-grounds but also experience newer things and an entirely different set of standards. With IN MY VIEWthe increasing awareness of the same, it has been observed that the student flow to key des-tinations 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 ner-vous as well as excited before the journey be-gins. However, one gradually realizes that there is not much to worry about. Overcoming the initial anxiety 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 attend-ing 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 opportuni-ty to encounter diverse styles of teaching than what they are used to back home. Different countries inevitably have different ways of doing things, so experiencing the educational offering of another country helps expand a student's ac-ademic 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 exposure to distinct cultural perspectives in the new host country. Moreover, they are able to experience new foods, customs, 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,
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