The Handbook of Practice and Research in Study Abroad

Description

Co-published with the Association for American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)

If we are all becoming global citizens, what then are our civic responsibilities? Colleges and universities across the United States have responded to this question by making the development of global citizens part of their core mission. A key strategy for realizing this goal is study abroad. After all, there may be no better way for students to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to become effective change-agents in international contexts.

The Handbook of Practice and Research in Study Abroad is a comprehensive survey of the field. Each chapter eloquently conveys an enthusiasm for study abroad alongside a critical assessment of the most up-to-date research, theory and practice. This contributed volume brings together expert academics, senior administrators, practitioners of study abroad, and policy makers from across the United States, Canada and other part of the world, who meticulously address the following questions:

What do we mean by global citizenship and global competence?

What are the philosophical, pedagogical and practical challenges facing institutions as they endeavor to create global citizens?

How is study abroad and global citizenship compatible with the role of the academy?

What are the institutional challenges to study abroad, including those related to ethics, infrastructure, finances, accessibility, and quality control?

Which study abroad programs can be called successful?

The Handbook of Practice and Research in Study Abroad is an indispensable reference volume for scholars, higher education faculty, study abroad professionals, policy makers, and the academic libraries that serve these audiences. It is also appropriate for a wide range of courses in Higher Education Master’s and Ph.D. Programs.

Reviews

Colleges, universities, and community colleges play an important role in educating students who can cross global borders, navigate global power structures, and work collaboratively on global problems. This handbook offers a comprehensive overview of this burgeoning area of educational innovation and practice, including important theoretical insights and practical advice on how to translate theory into successful programs. With global learning now essential, the contributors to this volume have provided an exceptionally useful resource as higher education works to prepare students for global citizenship.

Carol Geary Schneider, President, Association of American Colleges and Universities

Study abroad has unusually positive effects on college success. The contributors to this volume persuasively argue that everything possible be done to increase the number of students who take advantage of this opportunity, especially those first in their families to attend college and those from historically underrepresented backgrounds.

George D. Kuh, Chancellor’s Professor and Director, Indiana University Center for Postsecondary Research

The contributors to this handbook candidly and critically assess the extent to which higher education is putting in place purposeful study abroad opportunities for students. They also make a compelling and inspiring case for establishing a meaningful vision for study abroad within the context of an institution’s mission.

Christopher J. Viers, Associate Vice President for International Services, Office of the Vice President for International Affairs, Indiana University

Author Bio

Ross Lewin is the Director of Study Abroad at the University of Connecticut. He received his Ph.D. from Stanford University in German Studies.

Related Subjects

1. Higher Education
2. Higher Education Management
3. International & Comparative Education