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Weinmann, Sigrid – 1992
Ways are described that Michigan Technological University has responded to the national need of internationalizing the engineering curricula by integrating engineering coursework with courses in area and international studies and ensuring the development of proficiency in several foreign languages. The university's approach focuses on Germany.…
Descriptors: Business Communication, Curriculum Development, Engineering Education, Higher Education
Optimizing the International Experience through a Pre-Departure Orientation and a Re-entry Workshop,
Download full textWeinmann, Sigrid; Bragg, Jeani Marie Behr – 1993
One of the components of the international program at Michigan Technological University is an internship in Germany where students work for 3 months in companies or university research institutes. These paid internships offer students (mostly engineering and science majors) a unique opportunity to improve their communication skills and cultural…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Culture Conflict, Engineering Education, Field Experience Programs
