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Identifying Best Practices for a Successful Study Abroad Program

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to identify the best practices of study abroad programs before, during, and after the experience. The results of this study will add further to implementing quality educational programs in agricultural and life sciences. A qualitative methodology with participant observation was employed to provide a thick and rich examination of a study abroad experience conducted in Latin America. Results provided specific best practices for activities before, during, and after such an experience. Recommendations and implications are provided.

Source: Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education

DOI: 10.5191/jiaee.2011.18102

Authors: Mary Rodriguez, Thomas Grady Roberts

Institutions: Peace Corps, University of Florida

Language: English

Topic: International Student and Expatriate Challenges

Subfield: Communication

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2037794013

FWCI: 6.373

Cites: 23

Cited by: 12

Related to: 10