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Study Abroad Opportunities: The Impact Upon Learning, Jacob K. Tingle
Study Abroad Opportunities: The Impact Upon Learning, Jacob K. Tingle
School of Business Faculty Research
Sport businesses continue to grow beyond their borders. As a result, sport management programmes must prepare students to be more globally aware and culturally sensitive. This chapter presents an overview of the learning possibilities associated with short-term study abroad classes for sport management students. The importance of framing study abroad as a form of experiential learning is described. The chapter also includes a rationale for how short-term study abroad classes can provide access for student-athletes, students in tightly prescribed academic programmes, students for whom equity and access are important considerations, and others for whom a full semester programme might not …
Learning Abroad In Action: A Case Study Of Sport In England, Jacob K. Tingle
Learning Abroad In Action: A Case Study Of Sport In England, Jacob K. Tingle
School of Business Faculty Research
Many universities have moved towards the faculty-led short-term study abroad model to maximise the student experience and also to be intentional about including student populations who may not study abroad because of some hesitation or barriers. Specifically, these programmes are an effective way to provide students an opportunity to explore international learning in a way that is more accessible. This chapter presents a case study of a successful short-term study abroad model and includes syllabus language and recommendations for faculty who want to create a short-term class. Specifically, information is presented about four distinct elements a short-term class should include: …