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Learning from Finland presents recommendations for strengthening education and teacher preparation in North Carolina, based on the learnings of delegation that traveled to Helsinki in fall 2011. The study program was coordinated by the NC Public School Forum and the Center for International Understanding. The report was authored by education consultant John Dornan.
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Popular Reports
European Union Energy and Green Jobs Report: 2010
- This 23-page report describes what a delegation of North Carolina energy experts learned in Germany, France and Belgium and presents their insights about renewable energy resources and possible applicability to North Carolina policy.
Global Engagement Report: 2009
The Center for International Understanding, in conjunction with the Southern Growth Policies Board, collected key global indicators for North Carolina. This data in this report represents a variety of fields, including economic development, trade, agriculture, higher education, tourism and K-12 education.
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- January 2012: Immigration Myths and Facts
- December 2011: Latino Health and Policy Program Puebla, Mexico
- November 2011: Latin American Film Festival
- October 2011: The Community Foundation of the Bajio Fund
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Center for International Understanding Annual Publications
2009: Learning from the World, Serving North Carolina
2008: Developing and Inspiring Global Leaders
2007: Making a Difference in NC Classrooms and Communities
2006: Immigration Calls Out for Imaginative Leadership
2005: NC Teachers Bring the World to Their Classrooms
2004: Celebrating 25 Years of Learning From the World
2003: Beyond Linguistics – Health Care Providers Learn From the World
Learning From Other Countries Reports
In partnership with the Public School Forum of North Carolina, we take North Carolina education policy leaders abroad to examine links between education policy and economic development. Other countries’ experiences can inform North Carolina’s ongoing education and global readiness efforts. Click on the country names below to read lessons learned, authored by the School Forum’s John Dornan.
North Carolina in the World: Monthly Global Education Newsletter (published 2005-2010)
