Episodes
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Explore First Study Abroad Program
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Compared to continuing-generation students, first-gen students experience a higher risk of not completing a college degree. In this episode, Sue Roberts, Marianne Young, and Beth Hanneman join us discuss a study-abroad program for first-gen students that is designed to build their confidence, sense of belonging, and help them understand the connection between their education and their career goals. Sue is the Associate Provost for Internationalization at the University of Kentucky. Marianne is the Assistant Vice President for Smart Campus Initiatives at the University of Kentucky. And Beth Hanneman is the Associate Director of Career Advising and Career Education, also at the University of Kentucky.
A transcript of this episode and show notes may be found at http://teaforteaching.com.
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Globalizing Classes
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Improvements in communication and information technology have resulted in an increasingly interconnected global economy. In this episode, Dr. Blase Scarnati joins us to discuss ways in which our classes can be modified to help prepare our students to productively participate in this global environment. Blase is a Professor of Musicology and the Director of Global Learning in the Center for International Education at Northern Arizona University.
A transcript of this episode and show notes may be found at http://teaforteaching.com.
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
International Education
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
Global education and education abroad has evolved from more traditional semesters abroad to a suite of opportunities including research, internships, and courses with faculty-led travel components. In this episode, Josh McKeown joins us to discuss the variety of international study opportunities and the impact that international travel can have on students.
Josh is the Associate Provost for International Education and Programs at SUNY Oswego and author of a highly regarded book on international education titled, The First Time Effect: The Impact of Study Abroad on College Student Intellectual Development. He is also the author of forthcoming chapter on education abroad, bridging scholarship and practice and other articles, chapters, and presentations.
A transcript of this episode and show notes may be found at http://teaforteaching.com.