#globaledchat Archive
A weekly chat covering topics related to teaching with a global perspective. A rotating cast of guest hosts include education experts and influencers. A must-follow for all educators who would like to open their classroom to global opportunities! Hosted by @HSingmaster and sponsored by @AsiaSocietyEDU
Thursday May 19, 2016
Welcome to ! Please introduce yourself and tell us if you have any travel planned for this summer.
Tonight’s special guest is - watch their feed for the questions! Join me in welcoming them!
Happening now: on IIE’s report “The World is the New Classroom”
Thank you . We are excited for the
Hi! Jasmine Roberts and I teach at Ohio State. Went to Thailand last summer and hopefully will go to Greece in the fall.
I'm excited to be heading to Argentina for the first time this summer!
Good evening, . Jason in Iowa City. Headed back to Turkey in June, CA in July, & maybe home to Buffalo in August.
Renee White, 1st grade from NC. Just traveling to local beaches over track out.
Dave here from windy San Francisco, delighted to join & talk
Thank you for being with us tonight for and for helping the the questions!
Hi all. Cleary here from a very windy Bay Area, CA.
Hi ! My name is David Theune. Just wrapping up teaching my 1st year of IB. Love it! Summer travel? East coast w exchange st.
I didn't know you were from Buffalo! Turkey sounds fantastic!
Hi Jasmine - welcome to ! Greece sounds lovely too!
Local NC beaches aren't so bad! Thanks for being on the chat again!
Hi ! I'll be spending my summer in the very northern part of Norway in Finnmark in my family's fishing village.
Kathy from NC science and especially global science rocks
Oh, cool! Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego are spectacular. https://t.co/qpvypsdHjG
I'm excited to be heading to Argentina for the first time this summer!
Hi! Thanks for joining the chat - great to have you on! East Coast is always a good place to be!
Q1 shaped who I am. Opened my eyes to nontraditional career opp's & gave me the global "bug."
Q1: Did you study abroad? If so, how did your experience impact your teaching? If not, how could traveling help you teach?
Argentina is great Latin America is one of the fastest growing regions for study abroad
Thanks for joining us Jenny - lots of travel for you!
A1 was supposed to but Rotary was afraid of the political situation overseas
Amy, French in Indiana, and - excited to do a proficiency workshop in Utah and then go to Nicaragua this summer!
Hi Homa - so great to have you on again!
Ken from Western Oregon Univ. Taking Ts to Portugal &Spain this summer
We will be doing some skiing :)
A1: I studied abroad in Venezuela - it was a huge eye-opener to see the different levels of income in Caracas.
A1. it will make you a lifelong teacher and learner. https://t.co/3qfwvtxIRA
Q1: Did you study abroad? If so, how did your experience impact your teaching? If not, how could traveling help you teach?
Hi Kathy - thanks for joining - global science does rock!
STEM is the most popular major among college study abroad students
Sounds like a fun and educational summer!
A1: Course work in China and field work in Indian & Ecuador – helps me teach broader perspectives and diversity
A1 Not specific studyabroad, but was volunteer in Suriname, influenced me to become teacher & global educator
Aloha from Hawaii. Summer in Korea w/ IEA program. :) Looking forward to learning about higher ed in Korea.
A1: Never a full term, but 2 weeks in UK as a high schooler adjusted my whole mindset--it put my arrogant teen self in place.
A1: Study abroad made me want to do and be more. It made me feel driven.
A1. It's always great to travel outside of the U.S. Opens one up in sometimes unexpected ways.
Hi ! Rylan at Stanford, joining for just a bit tonight. Summer travel: a friend's wedding on Orcas Island, WA!
I love it! Wish I had gone abroad in high school - I was too nervous to leave home...
A1: I studied and then worked abroad in Madrid. It played a fundamental role in my personal & professional life. ¡Hala Madrid!
A1:Traveled to Korea & Japan w/ NCTA.Seminars & lectures before, during, & after study tour were key in transferring learning.
Study abroad can help shape careers . How did it shape your career?
A!: Didn't study abroad. Got 1st passport at 23yrs old. Think study abroad would have made school more relevant.
A1: No I didn't. traveling could increase cultural awareness as well as present geographical & biology connections.
A1: Travel makes me understand the lens through which I view the world, helps me model for Ss challenging my own assumptions
A1: Studied in Peru, China and Chile - as a result double majored anthro/econ to learn about economic disparity
My 1980s in remains the outstanding year of my life! I wouldn't be who I am today without it.
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A1: I studied and then worked abroad in Madrid. It played a fundamental role in my personal & professional life. ¡Hala Madrid!
Q2: Have you taken students abroad? If so, where? If not, where would you like to take students?
A1: Regrettably, no; prob my biggest college regret. Now I advise all my younger friends & cousins to seriously consider it.
A1: Though not abroad, I spent a term in NYC. Being in new surroundings with new people & ideas inspired new ideas of my own.
A1. Studied in Madrid for a summer in college which was life changing. Full immersion!
Congrats! Please share with us what you learn!
A1: Studying abroad helped me to gain global competence and cultural tolerance. These are important skills in the workplace.
If study abroad changed your life consider submitting a digital short to IIE Voices Video Contest https://t.co/vd1Rc4eRuJ
A2 have taken students to Costa Rica and in 2017 we will go to France
definitivamente y ¡Hala Madrid!
Was never really encouraged during my schooling. Thought it was only an option for wealthy families. https://t.co/mgwD2NSmEc
A1: Regrettably, no; prob my biggest college regret. Now I advise all my younger friends & cousins to seriously consider it.
A2: Would love to take students to India
Q2: No. I would love to go serve & explore in Africa though. Be an eyeopening experience for Ss.
It's great that you share those global perspectives in your classroom
No - just a volcano project, but included it bc my sis lives in WA!
A1: Took students to Peru for the summer. Eye opening experience which impacted their lives. Exhausting but rewarding
That would be an interesting - and challenging - trip!
A2. Any guesses where Malia Obama might ? Great to see supportive parents.
A2 I co-coordinate our state geo alliance. Every summer we take Oregon Ts & preservice Ts abroad. This summer Portugal/Spain
A2: Have not had opportunity. But would like students to see their individual heritage-country where their ancestors inhabited
So important. I couldn't afford to in college (didn't even consider). Took advantage of programs for teachers
A2: This will be 10th year taking stus to Stratford, ON for Shakespeare festival. They alwys return w/ new respect--& friends
A1: I was able to stay w/pen pal in France young, plus undergrad and grad there- all over.
NYC is filled with new cultures to interact with!
A2: con't Sometimes it helps to find roots get grounded-builds confidence &self-esteem.
A2: I've taken students to France for anywhere from 10 days to 7 weeks - I love seeing them become more independent!
What a great opportunity David. So blessed...
I love this idea - would be so relevant!
That's why we launched so more US stdts can have the opp to learn overseas
A2: Have never taken students abroad, but it would be fun to tour SE Asia since I know it well & the culture is so different.
Ryan here from Santa Rosa, CA. My first Twitter chat! Thanks for organizing this .
A2: as a 1st teacher I aimed for France- but now as I do Middle School, we go to Canada. We are all in love with Canada now.
Thanks for the connection...will check it out!
What is your guess ? https://t.co/aOlXM5ZrLj
A2. Any guesses where Malia Obama might ? Great to see supportive parents.
Would love to hear more advice on taking students abroad
That's great . Can you tell us more about geo alliance
A2: Next summer, a group of 40 are heading to UK with I cannot wait to travel with teens this way.
changed my career from standard pre-law to Intl development, hoping to make direct impact.
High schoolers? How does it go? Any tips for a newbie chaperon?
Recommended agencies to work with if one wants to take that route? EF? Explorica? Avoid and organize independently?
A1: Would love to take my students to Madrid...but I'm partial :-)
It's great that you provide short term study abroad options . Most students today go abroad for 8 weeks or less.
Dont think it matters where, but find an authentic cultural exp! (Not just bucket list tourist spots) https://t.co/Yjyop5VPri
Q2: Have you taken students abroad? If so, where? If not, where would you like to take students?
Sure. Center for Geo Educ In Oregon. Provides Geography Ed resources & institutes for Ts
Well said Tara! https://t.co/Bv85HqCCje
A1: Travel makes me understand the lens through which I view the world, helps me model for Ss challenging my own assumptions
How do you define authentic cultural experience?
Q3: --> , , , , , -knowledge, . Why resist this??
Q3: What do students gain by traveling abroad?
Parents play a critical role We hope Malia joins ! https://t.co/OQUKI1oJ06
A2. Any guesses where Malia Obama might ? Great to see supportive parents.
A2: Would LOVE to take kids abroad, anywhere! Cost for our low-income Ss is a challenge.
And tips if you are an elementary or middle school teacher and want to take students abroad: https://t.co/QiVHDtOrsw
Short-term st abroad is flexible & enables more students to have intl experience. 62% of stdts do short term
knowledge, confidence, happiness, sense of themselves and others.. curiosity , answers .. more questions
Q3: I can only imagine! I can't even fathom how it would change me as a T.
Such important skills gained from study abroad@growingupglobal https://t.co/E6q0PpYtBZ
Q3: --> , , , , , -knowledge, . Why resist this??
A3: What don't they gain? Empathy, independence, friends, problem solving and communication skills, global perspectives, etc
A 3 knowledge, confidence, happiness, sense of themselves and others.. curiosity , answers .. more questions
Yes! agree- to hear a language & become part of a different culture is most important- to welcome new ways!
A3: Travel offers students a chance to experience being outside their own box.
Sharing our intl experiences with students can inspire them to go overseas someday.
A3. Stepping outside of one's cultural boundaries is so powerful - food, language, people, etc....
Its important to network w locals doing interesting things during study abroad for future jobs
A3:Sense of respect 4all people their heritage beliefs lifestyles. Opens minds 2new beginnings. Most of all dispells predjices
We will now. Great idea. So--a few disciplines are going as chaperones; we could cover a lot.
Yes - so important to talk about our international experiences with young people and inspire them! https://t.co/dFxxb9UamN
Sharing our intl experiences with students can inspire them to go overseas someday.
A3: If done right, a lot! Knowledge, empathy, perspective. If done wrong, tho, maybe stereotypes or even cultural arrogance.
Too many students don't believe that is within their reach. must show it IS possible.
Q4: What are the barriers to study abroad for K-12 students?
A3 helps Ss understand importance of global cooperation, make global friends, overcome personal challenges
A3: They gain so much: independence, friendship, global perspective, language skills, openness to trying foods and things...
A4: Finances and fear (on the part of both students and parents)
A3: Students gain maturity, confidence, improved language skills and unique perspectives on world issues through study abroad
Right on Rylan! Love empathy!
A4: Of course $. Also, if you don't know someone who has studied abroad it can be a scary process. https://t.co/ZmCIKkB0FC
Q4: What are the barriers to study abroad for K-12 students?
A 4 parents & admin that lack either or foresight, curiosity and the understanding of the importance. $$ too but doable
A3: hopefully it also helps to examine ones own culture & find out more about it as well.
“Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.” — the Dalai Lama
A4: Not knowing about programs/accessibility
A4: I would think parental consent, cost, opportunity.
A4: Yes, finances but, in elementary-chaperones.
A4: Big two = money and requirements to stay on track to graduate. Also, fear of missing out on the high school experience.
Late to w/ a conference call but wanted to chime in!
A3 greater appreciation of mult/global perspectives, possible ties w/ people to collaborate w/ in the classroom as resource
A4 too a certain extent it is hesitation on a teacher's part as well. not willing to take the leap
Yes. many parents, teachers, etc still see travel as a "luxury" vs life-changing educational op. https://t.co/J2w7oGw2yr
A 4 parents & admin that lack either or foresight, curiosity and the understanding of the importance. $$ too but doable
A4: Was told by some Ts they don't encourage students to apply for intl programs/scholarships b/c they don't want them to fail
finding a program you and parents can trust to have your student participate in that is engaging and not touristy
A4: con't Parents/caregivers need to become more global in thought as well to be open to their children traveling.
A4: Feel free to send any very low-cost or subsidized or student travel opportunities my way!
Hi Everyone - Jennifer from Longview signing on late to
Mentions and buzz for Stanford's Hand Car Wash: https://t.co/rsfWfFJAvy - RT Hi ! Rylan at Stanford, joining for ju...
A4 price and parental misconceptions of the "other" making it difficult to allow Ss to go
Good point about elementary chaperones . How have others handled this?
Mike from MD, Tardy as well.
. Our 2011 survey: 73% of Ts agree: “Students have their whole lives to gain exposure to other cultures.”
Great! Look forward to reading more about that.
My Intro to WL class I hear a lot of stereotype stories. I now work in ways 2 minimize from thoughts https://t.co/L8bOWNTkbZ
A3: If done right, a lot! Knowledge, empathy, perspective. If done wrong, tho, maybe stereotypes or even cultural arrogance.
Any teachers combining travel and service learning? I want my trips to challenge students to put others needs before their fun
I believe the earlier we shape minds about other cultures the quicker our world becomes one....
A4 (cont) Finding a study abroad program that provides "authentic" experiences & not superficial travel experiences
I agree Ken...that is crucial...
A4:Time for Ts & Ss before travel to unpack stereotypes & debrief after return; follow up on pov changes.Access for ALL Ss.
Spent the summer in Peru on a Trip through Brought home the importance of global travel
Oh Ryan you speak like a true educator and parent! Love it! Preach!
A4 parents also fear the unknown and the threat of danger to their Ss.. but life should be experienced globally
This is really important! That is why this teacher plans her own trips: https://t.co/nPq2E2H2Bc https://t.co/eR706RfFli
A4 (cont) Finding a study abroad program that provides "authentic" experiences & not superficial travel experiences
Does this book focus more on college-age students or K-12?
Agred- but even if it's purely fun, it's the immersion that matters. Service should be authentic, S-driven
Q5: Are experiential opportunities (internships, service learning), more enticing to students than traditional study abroad?
43% of students who do non-credit education abroad volunteer of do service learning. Students want to make a difference
The key is phrase -service learning - requires real research to find how to be of service and to emphasize learning fm others
A5 I am not aware of any internships fork-12 but the experience readies them for those opps in college
the book focuses on why study abroad is important in college but can be applied to K-12 too.
Why is there a threat? Oh, wait. Not virtual. But external. Live.
A5 I am not aware of any internships for 12 but the experience readies them for those opps in college
Have you taken your students abroad to do service learning? What did you do? Where did you go?
thanks for an intriguing chat. Have to jump out early.
. Hoping that Malia will be catalyst for more equitable
Have to run. Time to take daughter to soccer. It's been fun! Thanks !!
A5: I personally did both study and work abroad programs and benefited more from the latter. The experience felt more immersed
A5: I'd like to see more internships abroad ops. (Service learning can be both positive & negative.) https://t.co/LOr4G2TVyF
Q5: Are experiential opportunities (internships, service learning), more enticing to students than traditional study abroad?
See you in June! Taking next week off of !
A5 I am not aware of any internships for k-12 but the experience readies them for those opps in college
Rather than a graduation requirement?
Service and internships are powerful when they are authentic - be careful of service tourism that isn't
Cool! Let me know if you hear about anyone putting together a comprehensive list of K-12
A5: I think it depends on the students and the amount of time they have to participate in a study abroad program
A5:Unfortunately prob not. But w/proper persuasive-convincing-changing mindsets it's possible! Exper Opp offer deeper learning!
The will also focus on this http:///www.iie.org/summit2016
https://t.co/K16mC5NU0h
The key is phrase -service learning - requires real research to find how to be of service and to emphasize learning fm others
has excellent service learning programs through
A5: not sure 4 all, but our IB S's are often pulled in by possibility & then being able to write/talk https://t.co/ismqiDovbG
Q5: Are experiential opportunities (internships, service learning), more enticing to students than traditional study abroad?
Does anyone know about this International Service Learning group? I just found them through google: https://t.co/EuB5MrMHMo
Yes to Peru. Students helped per the request of the orphanage to beautify its space by painting a mural and walls
Q6: What are some resources for students interested in pursuing education opportunities abroad?
Yes, . Education abroad in high school can prep students for more in-depth international experiences later on
Ah yes, we talked about this on a recent !
The tricky part about internship abroad programs is ensuring effective partnerships with host businesses.
Wish service was S-driven vs looks good on resume for college esp when we think service abroad is more desirable
South Africa and Costa Rica are popular service learning opportunities with our programs. Costa Rica in particular.
Yes, safety and effectiveness are key!
A6: Sister and World Affairs Councils
The quality of partnerships with host businesses will greatly affect the student experience internship abroad programs
Valid concerns. Even if they're a bit premature.
We did an old one w/ International visitors. can send you a pdf copy - but needs an update! https://t.co/wehXWRq236
Cool! Let me know if you hear about anyone putting together a comprehensive list of K-12
My concern with "voluntourism" is the assumption that the unfortunate "others" need our help
Our research also shows that Latin America is very popular for service learning
A6: orgs with great resources: , , , , to name just a few.
it is important to not encourage the growth of sympathy.. rather grow empathy
A fun way to inspire stdts - Download Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad poster for your classroom https://t.co/37TdBAMjNs
I'm also thinking Ts need this experience during the summer.
yes! it's embedded within the philosophy
A6: The Global Learning blog also features a lot of posts on study abroad and resources to help: https://t.co/ts9FVLoIuI
same here- if/when service is authentic the. It makes a difference abroad or not
I mean, is it about making us feel better about our privilege?
Would love to hear more about how intl ed is embeded in philosophy
We list funded opportunities for study abroad in our newsletter each month, for teachers and students: https://t.co/kZQROXWj3U
A6: Local World Affairs Councils usually post ops. I also like & https://t.co/4g2mKpic7Y
Q6: What are some resources for students interested in pursuing education opportunities abroad?
Thanks 4wonderful reminder! We do have the blessed power to change our Ss lives! We must rally in all ways!
Join for in 10 min! Topic: "What do people do in the summer anyway?"
Q7: How can teachers encourage students to participate in study abroad?
Any foreign language teachers out there? Do you take your students abroad?
A7 - Go themselves and share their experiences!! Encourage students to get passports, have them virtually plan trips.
A7: Start by introducing global themes at v. young age. Ts who have experience abroad r best advocates https://t.co/xDinC4fVvU
Q7: How can teachers encourage students to participate in study abroad?
A7: Share your personal experience, give them info on scholarships, talk with parents to allay fears.
A 7 Show by example, share stories and experiences, pair w/partner schools, infuse classroom and content w/ global reminders
Finances are always going to be an issue. Encourage students that education abroad can be affordable! https://t.co/WiP6hJNI7k
A7 Using curriculum developed on experiences? DM if interested, can provide links.
YES! Most local issues have global contexts
A7 -have alumni or older students come back & share their experiences too - peer example iworth 1,000 words says Mom of Teen.
A7: Travel themselves and integrate those experiences into classroom instruction
A7. Also, get 'em cooking/eating at a early!
A7:Change mindset-entice-enlighten-inspire-thru PBL S choice expose S 2diff cultures/lifestyles in meaningful ways real world
takes her kids to Canada, , but she might be too shy to tell you about it!
Thanks for this. I am moving to who already has impressive partnerships with schools in Asia.
Great point about encouraging students to get passports. So few Americans have passports
RT A7. Also, get 'em cooking/eating at a early!
A7: Invite international students from local universities/colleges to come speak about their countries.
Before we end, we are planning for the summer book club again! Any suggestions on books we should all read and discuss?
Hey Ryan, Go Santa Rosa! https://t.co/wqiZq9yEkh
Thanks for this. I am moving to who already has impressive partnerships with schools in Asia.
Yes, Please! Let's talk books this summer! https://t.co/iak7kpkHSq
Before we end, we are planning for the summer book club again! Any suggestions on books we should all read and discuss?
Excellent idea! https://t.co/haCySiXmtj
A7: Invite international students from local universities/colleges to come speak about their countries.
Kinda- still trying to decide if it's far enough away for everyone...it does have my heart now! https://t.co/anEleecqIO
takes her kids to Canada, , but she might be too shy to tell you about it!
Why not have cross district/country projects? Have Ss work in , , , and more?
Become a study abroad advocate. Take the Generation Study Abroad pledge inspire stdts to study abroad https://t.co/37TdBAMjNs
Got distracted and missed
The new Coalition application allows Ss to upload of portfolio. Their abroad experience could shared. https://t.co/u7aduBNGKY
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Yes, by reading learning up ourselves-we deepen our understanding/know w/out travel As long as we are of sound intellect mind.
Canada is a great study abroad destination! Well worth a trip
Yes - will be leading our summer book club! Give her some book suggestions please! https://t.co/F7mRcIo824
Yes, Please! Let's talk books this summer! https://t.co/iak7kpkHSq
Before we end, we are planning for the summer book club again! Any suggestions on books we should all read and discuss?
Thanks to and - great topic! https://t.co/99rxRWVQcJ
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