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A Study Of Cultural Awareness And Transformative Learning Through Participation In Study Abroad, Desirae Gould
A Study Of Cultural Awareness And Transformative Learning Through Participation In Study Abroad, Desirae Gould
Theses and Dissertations
The goal of this study was to explore the effects of study abroad on students' cultural awareness and transformative learning. This study was conducted at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ. The students in this study have participated in semester long study abroad during fall 2016, spring 2017, or fall 2017 semesters. For some this was their first time travelling abroad. The literature strongly suggests that there are many benefits for students that participate in study abroad. The data analysis suggests that respondents increased their cultural awareness and have more appreciation for those that are different than them. In addition, that …
Faculty Attitudes Of Diversity And Cultural Awareness In Higher Education, Daniel G. Banks
Faculty Attitudes Of Diversity And Cultural Awareness In Higher Education, Daniel G. Banks
Theses and Dissertations
The primary goal of this study was to uncover the attitudes and opinions of full-time faculty members and teaching administrators about diversity and cultural awareness at community college located in the northeast region. The study viewed faculty's level of cultural sensitivity, as well as their experience and opinion about cultural competency and incorporating diversity in the classroom. Faculty were also asked their opinion about training and professional development programs they were interested in participating in, and their opinion about whether they felt that programs celebrating diversity added value to the educational experience the institution provides for students. A total population …