Relationship History
History of the Relationship between the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg
- Initial Agreement between the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg (aka Ludwigsburg University of Education)
Developed in July of 1983, this bilingual document established the relationship between two collaborating institutions – the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg. The agreement describes in detail the processes and expectations for exchange students between the institutions and indicates the intention of both parties to collaborate in areas such as teaching and research as long as the agreement is active.
- Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation between the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg
This piece records the intention of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg to develop an affiliation agreement. The affiliation agreement mentioned in this document serves the purpose of “establishing a program of exchange and collaboration in areas of interest and benefit to both universities.” The Memorandum outlines the purposes of this affiliated relationship which include promoting interest in academic activities of both institutions, collaborating on research and grants, and developing international conferences to connect educators. Goals for the projected agreement are listed and stakeholder contributions are defined. This document also lays out the process for developing an affiliation agreement between the two universities, as well as who is involved in the process. Legal, financial, and governance expectations of the collaboration are explained in the memorandum.
- Renewal of Cooperation Agreement of July 1983 between the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg
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This renewal expresses the intention of both parties to continue in collaboration efforts and build upon the prior 30+ years of partnership to advance in the areas of research and teaching. The renewal provides details about continued student exchange programs, including duration of study and student support expectations. The renewal notes an essential focus in research and teaching efforts on behalf of both institutions. This document validates and secures the affiliation agreement already in place.
- International Networking for Virtually Improved Teacher Education (INVITE) Program
The International Networking for Virtually Improved Teacher Education (INVITE) program strives to internationalize teacher education, promote digital cooperation, and enable future teachers to be sensitive towards diverse cultures. Five topics – Diversity, Inclusion, Migration, Digitalization, and Sustainability – guide the interdisciplinary, collaborative work of faculty and students through INVITE events. The INVITE program helps develop and strengthen international school partnerships and exchanges of educational material. A few outlets the INVITE program provides to achieve these goals include the Winter School for aspiring teachers to compare teacher training in other countries, Teaching Week for current international faculty, online resources, e-mentoring, and study abroad programs at partner schools. The INVITE program transcends language and geographical limitations to provide a transformative exchange for international educators.
- Fulbright Scholarship Opportunities
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Fulbright programs offer scholars and professionals opportunities to engage in international collaboration, projects, and research. Awards are open to a wide range of scholars at all career levels and have flexible durations from a few months to over a year.
Annually the Fulbright Program offers 8,000 fellowships. Since 1946, more than 400,000 scholars from 160 countries have taken part in the program. The duration, potential start dates, and requirements of each opportunity are outlined on the Fulbright website for prospective scholars to explore. Fulbright programs are designed to expand and strengthen international relationships, as well as increase educational and research opportunities. Some award opportunities include the Fulbright Scholar Award, the Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award, Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholar Award, and the Fulbright International Education Administrator Award.
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This letter is a recent example of UNC Charlotte faculty member and long-time participant in the German-American Consortium who received a Fulbright Global Scholar Award to work with colleagues at Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg. It exemplifies the partnership between a public university in North Carolina and a public university in Germany. The letter contains information about the mentorship and advising participants in this program would receive abroad. The faculty member’s proposed research is praised for aligning with goals and values of both universities. Dedication to teacher education and international and national visibility are mentioned as key components of the exchange experience. Expectations of scholarly contributions are established as well as opportunities for engagement in international teacher training efforts.