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New Educational Environments Aimed at Developing Intercultural Understanding while Reinforcing the Use of English in Experience-Based Learning (Nuevos entornos educativos destinados a desarrollar la comprensión intercultural y a reforzar el uso del inglés mediante el aprendizaje basado en experiencias)

Authors :
Bruguier, Leonard R.
Greathouse Amador, Louise M.
Source :
PROFILE: Issues in Teachers' Professional Development. Oct 2012 14(2):195-211.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

New learning environments with communication and information tools are increasingly accessible with technology playing a crucial role in expanding and reconceptualizing student learning experiences. This paper reviews the outcome of an innovative course offered by four universities in three countries: Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Course objectives focused on broadening the understanding of indigenous and non-indigenous peoples primarily in relation to identity as it encouraged students to reflect on their own identity while improving their English skills in an interactive and experiential manner and thus enhancing their intercultural competence.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1657-0790
Volume :
14
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
PROFILE: Issues in Teachers' Professional Development
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1051579
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research