ERIC Number: EJ1247821
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
Pages: 29
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ISSN: ISSN-1052-4800
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Putting the "X" in Expertise: Development and Assessment of a Short-Term Study Abroad Course in London
Taylor, Marianne G.; Shore, Wendelyn J.
Journal on Excellence in College Teaching, v30 n4 p37-65 2019
The authors describe the development, execution, and assessment of a one-month study abroad course in London, England. Course learning objectives are discussed, linked to specific assignments, and evaluated using multiple methods. The authors highlight two team-based assignments on expertise development related to (1) navigating the London Underground and (2) aspects of London culture. Analyses focus on students' self-ratings at three time points, identification of themes in students' final reflections, and independent coders' ratings of achievement of course objectives evident in major assignments. Results indicate that students made significant improvements related to course learning objectives while also engaging in meaningful reflection about their experiences.
Descriptors: Study Abroad, Foreign Countries, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Behavioral Objectives, Cooperative Learning, Navigation, Cultural Activities, Reflection, Psychology, College Students, Metacognition, Culture Conflict, Student Projects, Learning Processes, Active Learning, Self Concept, Self Evaluation (Individuals)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (London)
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