Diversity Matters: Impacts of a Diverse Study Abroad by DA Global | Apr 30, 2016 | Education Abroad Resources, Fundamentals Diversity Matters: Impacts of a Diverse Study Abroad Diversity matters: impacts of a diverse study abroad cohort on intercultural development2016 Diversity Abroad Conference presentation This session will share research findings on the impacts of a multi-destination, cohort-based study abroad program on participants’ intercultural competence. The session will share participant narratives along with quantitative and qualitative data supporting the assertion that the diversity in the cohort created unique opportunities for learning and engaging with the environment beyond what a homogenous group would offer. Student narratives from journals and interviews will highlight examples of how the diversity of the cohort was influential in their learning, including: Identity exploration, minority vs. majority status, sub-culture themes, privilege and empathy, and newfound attitudes, knowledge, and skills for intercultural competence. Amir Reza, Ph.D. Babson College Download Presentation
Mobilizing Vocational Students for Global Ed by DA Global | Apr 30, 2016 | Education Abroad Resources, Fundamentals Mobilizing Vocational Students for Global Ed Vocational students are among the most underrepresented student groups in international education. Community Colleges across the United States have made an effort to internationalize their classrooms, but students of vocational fields remain a neglected group when it comes to international exchange. Lack of funding, partnerships, and eligibility for traditional education abroad programs are the biggest challenges community colleges face when it comes to sending vocational students abroad. As the workplace for vocational students becomes increasingly competitive and international, the need to provide international learning opportunities to vocational students cannot be ignored. Katja Kurz, University Relations Officer – Cultural Vistas; Brigitte Hartenstein, Chief Fin Officer – STEAG Energy Services LLC; Elfi Klumpp, Head of Global Ed & Skills Develop – FESTO Didactic GmbH & Co. KG; Dr. Shannon Kennedy, Exec Vice Pres of Instruction & Student Development – Cleveland Community College Download Presentation
Increasing Access and Inclusion for AA Students by DA Global | Apr 15, 2016 | Education Abroad Resources, Faculty Increasing Access and Inclusion for African American Students Towards a Critical Race Approach to Increasing Access and Inclusion for African Americans in Study Abroad: A Training Workshop for Faculty, Staff, and Administrators By Kathryn Timm; April 2016, Master’s Project Submitted to the College of Education at Grand Valley State University Ultimately, this project proposes a training for faculty, staff, and administrators in international education that explores the factors that influence African American participation in study abroad, with a primarily focus on how study abroad professionals can improve access through Mentorship, Marketing, Accountability, and Program Design. Download Presentation
Influence of Study Abroad on Black Students by DA Global | Mar 23, 2016 | Education Abroad Resources, Fundamentals Influence of Study Abroad on Black Students Unique opportunities: Influence of study abroad on Black studentsJasmine Lee and Qiana Green – Michigan State University A common problem in study abroad is the underrepresentation of Black students and there is a lack of their experiences in study abroad research. Further, research on the experiences and positive outcomes of study abroad for Black college students is required to draw concrete conclusions. As such, this research examined what Black students learned about themselves and how their career trajectory was influenced by this study abroad trip. Findings suggest positive outcomes, though the participant number was small. For this reason, it is imperative that research is conducted to better understand what hinders Black students from studying abroad. Exploring these topics through research and practical programming could lead to positive outcomes and increased participation for Black students. Download File
Tips for Campus Collaboration to Support First Gen by DA Global | Mar 23, 2016 | Education Abroad Resources, Fundamentals Tips for Campus Collaboration to Support First Gen Developed by the 2016-2017 Task Force on First Generation College StudentsTips for Collaborating Across Campus to Support First Generation College Students Download File
