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(ALE) Study Abroad:
Assessing Student Learning
- Dr. Melody Loya
- Dr. Misty Smith
- Mr. Ted Lovato

Abstract: Traveling abroad to deliver course content takes many forms. Students may be engaged in experiential learning and participate in varied activities that take the place of classroom instruction. This workshop will give a brief overview of one approach that uses a third-party provider local to the community, the Institute for Central American Development and Studies (ICADS). Workshop content includes creative assignments that have been used for a number of years on a well-established study abroad program to Costa Rica. Information will be shared on pre-travel orientation activities as well as specific assignment guidelines. These assignments include a scavenger hunt done while abroad and a 6-Word Essay, deliverables in this 3-credit course. Travel for this program occurs over twelve days; thus, getting to the heart of the experience is an essential component of moving the students along a continuum of global understanding, increasing their knowledge of our interconnectedness. Helping students develop diverse perspectives, broadening their understanding of culture, and learning to “interpret issues and interactions from more than one cultural perspective” should be at the heart of developing activities and assignments. Come share in the conversation and bring your ideas and activities!

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Dr. Melody Loya

Dr. Melody Loya is Associate Dean of University College and is a Professor of Social Work. She has led study abroad programs to Costa Rica for ten years.

Dr. Misty Smith

Dr. Misty Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work and Communications Disorders. She also serves as the Senior CESL Fellow for the Center for Educational Excellence.

Mr. Ted Lovato

Mr. Ted Lovato is the Field Director for the baccalaureate social work program.

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(ALE) Study Abroad: Assessing Student Learning

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(ALE) Study Abroad:
Assessing Student Learning