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Global Classroom An Essential Guide to Study Abroad

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ISBN-10: 1594516774

ISBN-13: 9781594516771

Edition: 2010

Authors: Jeffrey S. Lantis, Jessica DuPlaga

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List price: $43.95
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: Routledge
Publication date: 6/30/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.572
Language: English

Jessica DuPlagais the Director of International and Off-Campus Study at The College of Wooster. She participated in three study abroad programs herself in France and Belgium, and then worked for four years in academic advising and student services at the IES Nantes Center in France before returning to work at the College of Wooster in 2007 as Director of International and Off-Campus Study. Living, studying, and working abroad have been an integral part of DuPlaga�s undergraduate, graduate, and professional background, and she is devoted to sharing her passion for international education and helping students create positive and purposeful international experiences for themselves.

Preface and Acknowledgments
Getting Started: Why Study Abroad?
A Brief History of Study Abroad
Why Do You Want to Study Abroad?
Overview of the Book
How to Choose the Right Program for You
Program Paradigms
How to Get the Information You Need
Conclusion
Almost There: Preparing to Study Abroad
Academic Objectives
Cross-Cultural Communication
Making Connections
What to Research
Managing Your Expectations: Reflecting on Identity
Your Health and Safety
Communicating with Your Family
Conclusion
Getting the Most out of Your Experience
Understanding Culture
Personal and Cultural Identity
Success in the Global Classroom
Ensuring Your Health and Safety Abroad
Conclusion
Reorientation
Stages of Reorientation
Meaningful Reflection and Assessment
Reentry Programming: What You Can Do
Conclusion
Continuing the Educational Journey
How Has the Experience Changed You?
"Marketing" Your Knowledge
Opportunities
Conclusion
Worksheets
Resources
Notes
Bibliography
Index
About the Authors