AAC&U Global Learning in College Oct. 9, 2015 Steve Grande, Bethany Zaiman - Mary Baldwin College A. Renee Staton James Madison University What do we mean? Uncovering the phenomenon Posing questions Part II Cherident compared to Port-au-Prince Danger of Telling a Single Story The 2 nd Tsunami When we cross borders Related to deeper learning and empowerment Examples: Study Abroad Service-Learning This is what we want, but An example provided by James F. Jones Jr., former president of Sweet Briar College as part of his explanation for the reasons the College needed to close. 74% Validation Structures 1. Describe where you most recently studied/traveled abroad or participated in Service-Learning/community service and what you did there. 2. Choose 3 words that describe the experience. What led you to select those words? 3. What did you expect your experience was going to be like? 4. How would you describe the community/communities where you spent your time? 5. How was that similar and different from what you expected? 6. What surprised you? What made it surprising? 7. What was different or unique? What made it different? 8. What was most challenging about the experience? What made it challenging? 9. What made you feel good? What made you not feel good? 10. How have you communicated with others about your experience? 11. What did you tell people about your experience? 12. Who are some people that stand out for you? What makes them stand out? Experience without expectations A singular experience Different levels of cognitive complexity A preference for hierarchies Recognition of differences, within boundaries Embracing curiosities Seeking singular authenticity Being in close proximity w/real-ness Representation Accuracy checking Monolithic cultures Experience without expectations Seeking a singular experience Various level of cognitive complexity Preference for hierarchies Recognition of difference, within boundaries Embracing curiosities What do we do about this? Reflective practice Constructivism