Smart Steps To Take When Taking Advantage Of A High School Study Abroad Program

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Smart Steps To Take When Taking Advantage Of A High School Study Abroad Program

26 March 2021
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If you're in high school and are looking for a unique educational experience, a study abroad program may be exactly what you need. You'll be around different things and have the chance to really grow as a person. If you take these steps when taking advantage of one of these programs, you'll have a better experience overall.

Figure Out Ideal Length

You'll find different study abroad programs for high school students, and one major way they can vary is in length. Some programs may end up lasting throughout the entire summer and then other programs may be just for a couple of weeks. You want to figure out which program length is appropriate for you.

Are you really looking to commit to this study abroad program and fully immerse yourself in another culture? If so, then maybe a summer program is appropriate. Or, you may not have a lot of time to spare and costs may be a factor and in that case, maybe a multi-week program would be best. 

Identify Purpose 

In addition to these study abroad programs varying in length, they can also vary in purpose. For example, some study abroad programs are strictly for learning a foreign language. It could be French or Spanish. Then you have programs that are meant for travel. They'll take you to different regions where you'll learn about different customs and groups of people.

For this educational experience to be worth your time and money, you need to figure out what purpose is right for you. Give yourself a couple of weeks or even months to figure this out so that you're not hesitant about the experiences you're in store for.

Consider Going With a Friend

There are some people that get nervous about going through a study abroad program alone. If you're one of these high school students, then you may be better off just going with a friend. If you're able to find someone just as eager for this program, they can be your travel companion.

You'll have someone to help you get through tough situations. You'll also have more security because you'll be traveling in a pair, which is important because going to new places poses greater risks compared to what you're normally accustomed to.

If you're passionate about learning new things and gaining access to unique places, then put yourself in a study abroad program. If you approach them carefully before choosing a particular program, you'll have an amazing time. 

Contact a local education professional to learn more about high school study abroad programs.

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A few years ago, I earned a graduate degree in English education. During my coursework, I was required to spend hundreds of hours in middle school and high school classrooms. As a result of this requirement, I learned many successful teaching strategies from veteran teachers. For instance, I discovered that teachers often create fun projects students can complete in groups. When working in groups, students benefit from their classmates’ strengths. I also learned several strategies to control student behaviour. On this blog, I hope you will discover a few, simple ways to improve your middle school and high school students’ interest in course material. Enjoy!