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Transformative Learning of Pre-Service Teachers during Study Abroad

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Only a small percentage of pre-service teachers are exposed to meaningful, comprehensive curricula that enhance global competence (Lucas & Villegas, 2002; Tucker, 1982; Wells, 2008). In response to pre-service teachers’ limited exposure to diverse curricula, many universities offer international study abroad programs that provide students with experiences designed to increase multicultural and global awareness that they may not receive in their regular coursework. This paper shares how a Study Abroad Program to Reggio Emilia, Italy transformed pre-service teachers’ learning experiences. Conclusions, discussions, and recommendations for future research are also included.

Source: Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

DOI: 10.14434/josotl.v15i2.12911

Authors: Angela Vatalaro, Judit Szente, Judith Levin

Institution: University of Central Florida

Language: English

Topic: International Student and Expatriate Challenges

Subfield: Communication

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W887600897

FWCI: 14.94

Cites: 27

Cited by: 48

Related to: 10