A Strategic Alliance Focused on Developing Globally Knowledgeable Professionals, Students and Graduates
AHEA and CONAHEC recognize the attributes of, and growing opportunities in, virtual education and partnerships. Together we will expand the ability for college and university faculty to network and partner in the creation of international courses delivered through virtual exchanges. Additionally, through the use of the InspirED™ platform provided by AHEA, we will increase diversity and internationalize classrooms at little to no cost to the institution.
A Strategic Alliance Focused on Developing Globally Knowledgeable Professionals, Students and Graduates
AHEA and CONAHEC recognize the attributes of, and growing opportunities in, virtual education and partnerships. Together we will expand the ability for college and university faculty to network and partner in the creation of international courses delivered through virtual exchanges. Additionally, through the use of the InspirED™ platform provided by AHEA, we will increase diversity and internationalize classrooms at little to no cost to the institution.
American Higher Education Alliance (AHEA)
is founded with the mission to drive equity in higher education by connecting the global community through international collaboration and learning experiences. Through its partnerships with colleges and universities, the non-profit organization contributes to the development of future leaders worldwide through internationalized education, lifelong learning, and universal credentialing.
American Higher Education Alliance (AHEA)
is founded with the mission to drive equity in higher education by connecting the global community through international collaboration and learning experiences. Through its partnerships with colleges and universities, the non-profit organization contributes to the development of future leaders worldwide through internationalized education, lifelong learning, and universal credentialing.
Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC)
is a non-profit organization that fosters international higher education collaboration in North America and with the rest of the world. With more than 180-member higher education institutions and organizations, CONAHEC is uniquely positioned to facilitate ongoing practical relationships among members through our student, faculty and staff mobility programs, and international conferences and events. CONAHEC has become a preeminent network supporting an integrated yet diverse higher education community and catalyzing collaboration to address our common challenges. Centrally important is improving technology-based support for international higher education engagement, the focus of CONAHEC’s Virtual International Partnerships initiative.
Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC)
is a non-profit organization that fosters international higher education collaboration in North America and with the rest of the world. With more than 180-member higher education institutions and organizations, CONAHEC is uniquely positioned to facilitate ongoing practical relationships among members through our student, faculty and staff mobility programs, and international conferences and events. CONAHEC has become a preeminent network supporting an integrated yet diverse higher education community and catalyzing collaboration to address our common challenges. Centrally important is improving technology-based support for international higher education engagement, the focus of CONAHEC’s Virtual International Partnerships initiative.
The Benefits of Joining AHEA
Individual and institutional memberships to AHEA are complimentary for 2022. That means instructors, international officers, and academic administrators from any institution can enjoy the following benefits for free, all year:
- InspirED platform, including CollaboratED professional engagement and BlendED learning management solutions
- Faculty and academic leader forums
- Project partner matching services
- QAM standards for articulation agreements and credit transfer evaluation
- Annual conference registration discounts
- Institution and individual member directory
- Best Practices Library
- Opportunities and Professional Events promotions and marketing
- Webinar series
- Quarterly digital newsletter
- Professional conferences & events
- Higher education fellowships and grants funding
- Peer institution analysis
- Member PulsePolls and surveys
- Affiliate programs and targeted marketing
- Global Engagement Dashboard
- On-ground to online course conversion
- QAM accreditation preparation consulting
- ConnectED student lifecycle management solution
MEMBERS ALSO RECEIVE free upgrades, analytics, and unlimited use of AHEA’s educational resources, as well as the peace of mind knowing that all institutions in our network meet mutually accepted QUALITY ASSURANCE MEASURES (QAMs).
Individual memberships will remain complimentary; after January 1, 2023, institutions may apply for the InspirED Educators Grant to continue their membership on a complimentary basis or pay a nominal fee of 10 cents (USD) per user, per month.
The Benefits of Joining AHEA
Individual and institutional memberships to AHEA are complimentary for 2022. That means instructors, international officers, and academic administrators from any institution can enjoy the following benefits for free, all year:
- InspirED platform, including CollaboratED professional engagement and BlendED learning management solutions
- Faculty and academic leader forums
- Project partner matching services
- QAM standards for articulation agreements and credit transfer evaluation
- Annual conference registration discounts
- Institution and individual member directory
- Best Practices Library
- Opportunities and Professional Events promotions and marketing
- Webinar series
- Quarterly digital newsletter
- Professional conferences & events
- Higher education fellowships and grants funding
- Peer institution analysis
- Member PulsePolls and surveys
- Affiliate programs and targeted marketing
- Global Engagement Dashboard
- On-ground to online course conversion
- QAM accreditation preparation consulting
- ConnectED student lifecycle management solution
MEMBERS ALSO RECEIVE free upgrades, analytics, and unlimited use of AHEA’s educational resources, as well as the peace of mind knowing that all institutions in our network meet mutually accepted QUALITY ASSURANCE MEASURES (QAMs).
Individual memberships will remain complimentary; after January 1, 2023, institutions may apply for the InspirED Educators Grant to continue their membership on a complimentary basis or pay a nominal fee of 10 cents (USD) per user, per month.
Introducing the InspirED™ Platform
The InspirED platform, available to all AHEA members, includes three solutions designed for faculty, students and administrators.
CollaboratED™, the flagship product, is an international networking, professional development and engagement solution created for faculty and academic administrators to create new academic offerings, conduct research and partner together for other scholarly works.
BlendED™ is a modern LMS that integrates pedagogy with virtual classroom technologies, removes the technical challenges associated with disparate systems, and eliminates geographical boundaries for learners and instructors.
ConnectED™, a mobile app that bolsters academic life and supports virtual classrooms, meetings, calendars, and communication for higher education institutions around the globe, making it the perfect tool for students, faculty, and staff to connect whenever they are on the go.
Introducing the InspirED™ Platform
The InspirED platform, available to all AHEA members, includes three solutions designed for faculty, students and administrators.
CollaboratED™, the flagship product, is an international networking, professional development and engagement solution created for faculty and academic administrators to create new academic offerings, conduct research and partner together for other scholarly works.
BlendED™ is a modern LMS that integrates pedagogy with virtual classroom technologies, removes the technical challenges associated with disparate systems, and eliminates geographical boundaries for learners and instructors.
ConnectED™, a mobile app that bolsters academic life and supports virtual classrooms, meetings, calendars, and communication for higher education institutions around the globe, making it the perfect tool for students, faculty, and staff to connect whenever they are on the go.
Exclusive CONAHEC Benefits
AHEA is pleased to offer the following additional, exclusive benefits to CONAHEC Members and Affiliates who join our organization.
Virtual International Partnership (VIP) Program
The VIP program is designed to match faculty with one another and provide structured mentoring and professional development resources to create and deliver virtual, international courses. CONAHEC members participating in the VIP program will have free access to AHEA’s ‘Going Global: Empowering Virtual Exchange with the InspirED™ Platform’ eLearning course, and will also engage in thematic professional development webinars covering COIL/Virtual Exchange topics. Participants in the VIP Program will be recognized with a certificate upon completion of the program.
Teach Online Courses through BlendED™ LMS
AHEA offers every individual faculty member the opportunity to teach one course per term to an unlimited number of students for free through our BlendED™ LMS. This provides the perfect opportunity for you to add a virtual cross-cultural component to on-campus courses and enables an institution-neutral ‘third space’ in which to teach your new virtual exchange course globally.
CONAHEC Digital Badge
Members from CONAHEC institutions will have a digital CONAHEC badge added to their profile in the InspirED platform. This badge provides a quick visual identification of other CONAHEC members and enables easier networking and collaboration between members.
CONAHEC Community Forum
Exclusively for faculty and administrators from CONAHEC member institutions, this discussion forum provides a space to discuss virtual international partnerships, ideate about collaborations, discuss course development methodologies, and seek support from CONAHEC. The CONAHEC Member Forum is moderated by CONAHEC staff.
Exclusive CONAHEC Benefits
AHEA is pleased to offer the following additional, exclusive benefits to ISEP Members and Affiliates who join our organization.
Virtual International Partnership (VIP) Program
The VIP program is designed to match faculty with one another and provide structured mentoring and professional development resources to create and deliver virtual, international courses. CONAHEC members participating in the VIP program will have free access to AHEA’s ‘Going Global: Empowering Virtual Exchange with the InspirED™ Platform’ eLearning course, and will also engage in thematic professional development webinars covering COIL/Virtual Exchange topics. Participants in the VIP Program will be recognized with a certificate upon completion of the program.
Teach Online Courses through BlendED™ LMS
AHEA offers every individual faculty member the opportunity to teach one course per term to an unlimited number of students for free through our BlendED™ LMS. This provides the perfect opportunity for you to add a virtual cross-cultural component to on-campus courses and enables an institution-neutral ‘third space’ in which to teach your new virtual exchange course globally.
CONAHEC Digital Badge
Members from CONAHEC institutions will have a digital CONAHEC badge added to their profile in the InspirED platform. This badge provides a quick visual identification of other CONAHEC members and enables easier networking and collaboration between members.
CONAHEC Community Forum
Exclusively for faculty and administrators from CONAHEC member institutions, this discussion forum provides a space to discuss virtual international partnerships, ideate about collaborations, discuss course development methodologies, and seek support from CONAHEC. The CONAHEC Member Forum is moderated by CONAHEC staff.
How to Apply for a Complimentary Individual Membership
To become a member, Click Here to complete and submit your individual member application. All approved applicants receive a complimentary individual membership to AHEA, which includes access to the InspirED™ platform.
How to Apply for a Complimentary Individual Membership
To become a member, Click Here to complete and submit your individual member application. All approved applicants receive a complimentary individual membership to AHEA, which includes access to the InspirED™ platform.
Introducing AHEA and the InspirED™ Platform Demonstration for CONAHEC Members
AHEA and CONAHEC have created a strategic alliance to expand the ability for college and university faculty to network and partner in the creation of international courses delivered through virtual exchanges. During this welcome session presented by AHEA, participants will learn about our partnership and see a demonstration of the InspirED platform to better understand how we will develop globally knowledgeable professionals, students, and graduates.
Tuesday, 3 May 2022
@2:00pm – 3:00pm EST
or 7:00pm – 8:00pm UTC
Introducing AHEA and the InspirED™ Platform Demonstration for CONAHEC Members
AHEA and CONAHEC have created a strategic alliance to expand the ability for college and university faculty to network and partner in the creation of international courses delivered through virtual exchanges. During this welcome session presented by AHEA, participants will learn about our partnership and see a demonstration of the InspirED platform to better understand how we will develop globally knowledgeable professionals, students, and graduates.
Tuesday, 3 May 2022
@2:00pm – 3:00pm EST
or 7:00pm – 8:00pm UTC