May 05, 2023
ISP's Touring Festivals Revolutionize International Education in Latin America
L London-based International Schools Partnership (ISP) is set to make waves in Latin America with its newly unveiled initiative of touring festivals aimed at promoting international education. With the objective of expanding knowledge and raising awareness about the wide range of opportunities available for studying abroad, the ISP is determined to effectively communicate its message to prospective students throughout the region.
With Latin American students already demonstrating a keen interest in exchange programs, the International Schools Partnership (ISP) is gearing up to amplify participation through a series of engaging festivals. According to sources, the ISP's plan includes organising five programs in September, where higher education providers will be invited to showcase a wide range of opportunities. These festivals will go beyond traditional formats, offering master classes and taster sessions to provide students with a first-hand experience of the educational possibilities that await them.
The ISP sees this as a crucial step in supplementing its future pathways initiative, which aims to help students understand their career options within their own country, higher education, vocational education, or the workplace. With increasing competition from Asia, Latin America needs to elevate its position in the international education scene.
…South America is primed and ready for such events, which generate the necessary energy to encourage students to pursue international education…
The festivals are scheduled to visit schools in Santiago (Chile), Lima (Peru), Quito and Guayaquil (Ecuador), and Bogota (Colombia). While it remains uncertain how much these events will contribute to the current 5% figure in Chile, Valenzuela expressed hope that they will enhance students' and families' understanding of overseas opportunities.
Pablo Valenzuela, ISP's regional head of Marketing & Communications for South America, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating that South America is primed and ready for such events, which generate the necessary energy to encourage students to pursue international education.
He further emphasised that the festivals will be more than just traditional fairs. They will be engaging experiences for parents, students, and teachers alike, offering something new and exciting for schools in Chile, which is expected to be one of the countries most impacted by these festivals.
The ISP's touring festivals herald a fresh and innovative approach to promoting international education in Latin America. With their vibrant and engaging atmosphere, these festivals will serve as dynamic platforms for universities, schools, and students to converge and exchange ideas.
By fostering meaningful connections and facilitating dialogue, these events have the potential to leave an indelible mark on Latin American education. The collaborative environment created by the festivals will not only cultivate a deeper understanding of global learning opportunities but also inspire students to broaden their horizons and explore educational prospects beyond their borders.
As these festivals pave the way for enhanced intercultural understanding and academic collaboration, they hold the promise of shaping the future of Latin American education and empowering students to become globally competent citizens.
Experts say that through these initiatives, the ISP is poised to ignite a transformative shift in education, nurturing a generation of students who are equipped with the skills, perspectives, and ambitions to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
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