The Importance of Intercultural Learning in Study Abroad

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Author(s): Steven T. Duke (University of Nebraska, USA)
Copyright: 2016
Pages: 16
Source title: Advancing Teacher Education and Curriculum Development through Study Abroad Programs
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Joan A. Rhodes (Virginia Commonwealth University, USA)and Tammy M. Milby (University of Richmond, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-9672-3.ch005

Keywords: Education / Information Science Reference / Teacher Education

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College graduates in the 2010's will work in a world that is more globalized than ever before. Graduates need to be prepared to work with people from many parts of the world. Study abroad programs offer an ideal context in which teachers-in-training can learn about intercultural communication and different patterns of culturally-based behavior. This chapter first defines a series of key words; including culture, intercultural communication, intercultural communication competence, and intercultural learning. The chapter then provides an in-depth look at intercultural learning programs and courses developed and implemented by a variety of United States universities and study abroad organizations. Intentional, holistic, and research-driven methods of instruction are described. Suggestions and recommendations are also provided. This chapter also advocates that institutions implement cultural mentoring for faculty who lead study abroad programs.

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