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... The pane} also explored two important issues that will affect engineering education in both countries in the future: the need to educate and train "global engineers" who can work effectively in international contexts, and the potential for information technology to transform engineering education in the future. The joint task force's findings and recommendations are divided into three sections, addressing issues relevant to Japan, the United States, and both countries.
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... · Expanded industry-university cooperation in engineering education through visiting lectureships, internships, continuing education, and global engineering training. ISSUES, FINDINGS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE UNITED STATES The United States has also developed an outstanding system of engineering education, which has been able to adapt to changing circumstances over the years.
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... engineering communities, working through professional societies, government, industry, and academia, can make important contributions. · Japan and the United States should maintain and increase their own engineering education exchanges, and lead international initiatives to improve engineering education exchanges and to develop global engineering capabilities.
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