Harmonization and Tuning: Integrating Africa

Authors

  • Karola Hahn
  • Damtew Teferra

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2012.69.8632

Keywords:

Globalization and Internationalization, Inter-University Cooperation, Africa, Tuning in Africa, Tuning in the higher education curriculum.

Abstract

Tuning, the European Union's effort to harmonize academic coursework in several field is of much interest and relevance to Africa. This article discusses current thinking and efforts in Africa to conceptualize and implement tuning arrangements in the African context.

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Published

2012-03-25

How to Cite

Hahn, K., & Teferra, D. (2012). Harmonization and Tuning: Integrating Africa. International Higher Education, (69), 20–22. https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2012.69.8632

Issue

No. 69: Fall 2012

Section

Africa Focus

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