Experience life in another culture through pre-professional placements in educational organizations. Broaden your perspectives on culture, lived experiences and teaching, and learning in a global context.
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Community-Driven Education in Vietnam
Engage in community-driven efforts to provide care, educational enrichment and companionship for children living in a shelter who are HIV positive. You’ll also broaden your understanding of Vietnamese history and culture and earn three credits over winter break. Enroll in this MU course:
- LTC 4800/7800
Intercultural Learning and Career Readiness Development in Portugal and Spain
Expand your understanding of various human lived experiences and intercultural exchange in the context of one of the most diverse regions in the world. This program comprised of a thought-provoking pre-departure seminar followed by an immersive cultural journey in Lisbon and Andalusia, where you will learn from the experiences of diverse local populations. Enroll in this MU course:
- LTC 4800/7800
Learning and Teaching in Intercultural Settings in Greece
Enhance your knowledge of Greek culture and history while exploring education in various settings this summer. You will split your weekdays between a field experience at a local primary school and working with an organization that helps refugee and immigrant children and adults. Activities will include teaching English as a second language, play therapy, educational games and assisting with daily tasks. Enroll in this MU course:
- LTC 4800/4800H
Early Childhood Education in Reggio Emilia
Explore the internationally recognized Reggio Emilia Approach® to early childhood education in the city where this educational philosophy was born. This is a 16-week spring semester course that includes an immersive one-week study experience in Italy. Examine the history, identity and principles that shape Reggio Emilia’s educational approach and how pedagogical, cultural, political and ethical choices contributed to the development of its schools and community following World War II. Enroll in this MU course:
- H_D_FS 4001
University of Kansas: Education Majors: A Cross-Cultural Experience in Carpi
Get hands-on experience across classrooms in a country known for innovative teaching approaches. Facilitate lessons and activities with local Italian students as you improve your cross-cultural communication and education skills. Experience Italian culture by living with a host family and participating in cultural excursions.
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