On Virtual Mobility in Three Central European Universities: Similar but Different?
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2023
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This article examines the patterns and determinants of virtual mobility among students in the social sciences and humanities at three universities in Central Europe: University of Hradec Kralove (HKU) in the Czech Republic, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznan (AMU) in Poland and Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra (UKF) in Slovakia. Virtual mobility, a form of international cooperation facilitated by information and communication technologies, has become increasingly important, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study investigates students’ motivation, resources and experiences in this form of mobility. Findings show that a similar percentage of students participated in both physical and virtual mobility across the three universities, with over 60% not participating in any form of mobility. Work experience significantly impacted participation, as students with employment records were likelier to participate. Gender and level of study did not have a significant influence on participation. Noticeable differences in motivation were observed between universities, with students at the AMU demonstrating a higher level of motivation for virtual mobility. The study also revealed differences in students’ perceptions of technical resources and organisational effectiveness for virtual mobility.
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This publication is one of the results of the project Enhancing Quality Teaching of Humanities and Social Sciences in Higher Education for 21+ (2021-1-CZ01-KA220-HED-000031122), which has been funded with support from the European Commission.
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virtual mobility, higher education, Central European universities, student motivation, information and communication technologies (ICTs), COVID-19 pandemic, social sciences and humanities (SSH)
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Baranowski, M., Jabkowski, P. On Virtual Mobility in Three Central European Universities: Similar but Different? Knowledge Cultures 2023: 11(3), 82-100.
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2327-5731
2375-6527
2375-6527