Within in the scope of the Illinois State University theme of "Responding to diversity caused by changing demographics and globalization," and the College of Education's goal of "Providing high quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional development programs," the College has developed eight different international programs/projects available to both undergraduate and graduate students. The College of Education's faculty and administration firmly believe that these international experiences enrich our programs, both in the summer and during the academic year, by involving faculty and students in diverse cultural settings.
Recently, the College has focused on marrying local and international urban teacher preparation, specifically with the Little Village program. The newest abroad program, the King's College in London funded generously by Dr. Keith Jepsen and Ms. Kathy Dore, is the latest step to ensuring our students the opportunity to involve themselves in a diverse culture in its natural setting. Below is a list of the available international programs and their liaisons.
The three week study abroad program at the University of Brighton is open to all undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in being introduced to the British education system while earning credit towards their degree from Illinois State. This program is offered every year over the summer. During your time in Brighton, students will attend lectures, visit schools, and take educational field trips to places including London and Paris, while staying in the University's apartment-style residents halls. Up to six credit hours can be earned by taking courses including EAF 228: Social Foundations of Education and EAF 235: Historical Foundations. Brighton is located about 125 miles from London and very close to the seaside.
For more information, contact: (Special Education) or (Curriculum & Instruction).
Undergraduates who are eligible for student teaching can now spend nine weeks of their student teaching experience at the University of Brighton in Eastbourne, England. Students can ear up to six credit hours in place of Elementary Education 399.50 - Student Teaching or Early Childhood Education 300.54 - Student Teaching. Students will stay in the University's apartment-style residents halls. Brighton is about 125 miles from London and very close to the seaside.
For more information, contact: (Office of the Dean)
Graduate students interested in learning about the British educational system and understanding how a variety of educational issues are perceived and addressed in the United Kingdom will have the opportunity to study at Lancaster University, June 22-July 10, 2009. Each week students will attend a series of seminars and participate in multiple educational visits (e.g., K-12 schools, early childhood and special education centers). Students can choose to travel or remain in Lancaster during the weekends. This program offers 6 hours of ISU graduate credit (EAF/SED/C&I 429.14 and EAF/SED/C&I 489.14).
Visit the Lancaster University Study Abroad Blog for details. For more information, contact: (Special Education).
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Undergraduate education majors interested in studying at the fifth-ranked college in the United Kingdom have the opportunity to study abroad at King's College in London from May 14, 15, or 16th through May 29 or 30, 2010. King's College is one of the University of London's oldest and largest colleges. Elementary and Early Childhood majors will receive three hours of credit for EAF 228: Foundations of Education. Other majors need to consult their advisors on receiving class credit. Participants must have an overall and major grade point average of 3.0 or higher to be accepted to this program. Get trip details including requirements, dates, cost, and application information at the International Studies Web site.
For more information, contact: (Curriculum & Instruction).
Both undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to spend four weeks over the summer studying abroad at Hokkaido University of Education in Asihakawa, Japan. Preference for entrance into this program is given to education majors, however it is open to all majors. While living with host families amongst the Daisetsu Mountains, students can earn up to six hours of class credit taking classes like EAF 228: Social Foundations of Education or IDS 133.02: Japanese Culture and Civilization. Students will be exposed to beginning level Japanese language courses, have the opportunity to observe Japanese schools, and visit cultural centers. Asihakawa, Hokkaido is centrally located on the northern island of Japan and is about 50 miles from seaside. Host families will provide students with breakfast and dinner while students will be responsible for their own lunches.
For more information, contact: (Educational Administration and Foundations).
This four week study abroad opportunity is open to only undergraduate students who are interested in an entirely authentic cultural learning experience. Students will be immersed in the Mexican culture while learning about language, culture, and pedagogy in this multi-cultural setting. Students will spend time in schools in both the Little Village Neighborhood of Chicago during the spring and at Cetlalic Progressive Language School in Cuernavaca, Mexico over the summer. Students will live with Mexican families and take Spanish classes that align with their proficiency in the Spanish language. Students will earn course credit for C&I 398: Professional Practice-School/Community Involvement and IDS 133.04: Introduction to Mexican Culture, Politics and History. Cuernevaca is located about 50 miles south of Mexico City.
For more information, contact (Curriculum & Instruction).
Both undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to spend eight weeks over the summer studying the Spanish language, Spanish-American culture, and literature at the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico. Students can earn up to six credit hours in LAN 244.15: Civilizacion Hispanoamericana and LAN 214.15: Conversation and Culture in Spanish. Students will live with local Mexican families and have the opportunity to learn from the professors of the Centro de Ensenanza para Extranjeros.
For more information, contact (Foreign Languages), (Curriculum & Instruction), or (Curriculum & Instruction).
The Busan National University of Education hosts an annual summer program available to both undergraduate and graduate students interested in gaining a well-rounded understanding of education in a cross-cultural environment. Students will attend seminars conducted by experienced deans, department heads, and experienced faculty and staff. Participants will study a combination of Korean education and culture and have the opportunity to visit temples and other historic sites at no additional cost. Busan is located 280 miles from Seoul and very close to the seaside. Students will stay in apartment-style residence halls located on the University campus.
For more information, contact (Curriculum & Instruction).
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