Journal of International Students
Volume 5, Issue 4, 2015, Pages 368-382

Exploring the motivations, expectations, and experiences of students who study in global settings (Review)

Salyers V. , Carston C.S. , Dean Y. , London C.
  • a Mount Royal University, Calgary, Canada
  • b Mount Royal University, Calgary, Canada, Department of Child Studies and Social Work
  • c Mount Royal University, Calgary, Canada
  • d Mount Royal University, Calgary, Canada

Abstract

An increasing trend of universities is to provide students with opportunities to engage in global learning experiences (GLE) as part of their program of study. While there are numerous papers on the benefits of international and study abroad programs, there is little research on factors that impact GLE. This study evaluated the student perspective through qualitative and quantitative responses to surveys and questions posed during a period of three years. The results suggested that students’ motivation and expectations of the experiences were varied. Moreover, planning is critical for GLE experiences to have a positive impact on students. © Journal of International Students.

Author Keywords

Student expectations Student motivation Global education Experiences

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Link
https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84964061317&partnerID=40&md5=7cb5546a4642b9b5c3408815206433e5
ISSN: 21623104
Cited by: 5
Original Language: English