HomePublicationsSeries on Engaged Learning and TeachingMind the Gap Chapter 8: Global Competence Development: Blended Learning within a Constructivist Paradigm Book MenuMind the Gap ChaptersPrefaceIntroductionChapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Chapter 5Chapter 6Chapter 7Chapter 8Chapter 9Chapter 10Chapter 11Chapter 12Chapter 13EpilogueBook Resources Contributors Discussion Questions Buy in PrintISBN: 9781642670578March 2020 Bert Vercamer, Linda Stuart, and Hazar YildrimThis chapter examines the use of an online preparatory curriculum for study abroad that mixes informative materials, peer learning, and cultural mentoring. The authors find that this type of curriculum improves both culture-specific and culture-general learning. Related Book ResourcesAppendix 8A: Seven Lessons Concerning Interventions in Intercultural Learning Abroad Appendix 8B: Applications of the Kolb-inspired GCC model Appendix 8C: Four-phase developmental framework GCC analysis Appendix 8D: Learning Objectives of the GCC Appendix 8E: Content of the Global Competence Certificate Discussion Questions Is the process of developing global competence the same regardless of delivery method? If not, why not? How might the GCC be applied in your own context? What are the advantages for learners of a blended learning tool? What might be some of the disadvantages or challenges? How and why might facilitating online differ from facilitating in person global competence sessions? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages? How could learning environments (both online and in person) become both accessible and comparable for all learners? Share:
