International Experiences and the Professional Preparation of Students in Higher Education: Lessons Learned from a Health Education Study Abroad Experience
Enviado por Melissa C Mercado el
Título | International Experiences and the Professional Preparation of Students in Higher Education: Lessons Learned from a Health Education Study Abroad Experience |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2009 |
Autores | Parisian, P, Mercado-Crespo, MC, Vargas, N, Hahn, U |
Journal | Umwelt and Gesundheit Online (Health, Environment & Education Journal) |
Volume | 2 |
Start Page | 43 |
Pagination | 15 |
Abstract | International experiences in education have led historically to achievements in discovery, research, and cross-cultural collaborations among higher education institutions and their students. The benefits and barriers to study abroad programs, along with the desire to learn from other cultures by embracing academic and human connections, provides valuable lessons for the professional preparation of higher education students. This paper reviews lessons learned from a summer health education study abroad experience. Recommendations in training graduate students with a global perspective – highly valued in today’s job market – are provided as means to further enrich their human potential. |