ERIC Number: EJ1290273
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 23
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ISSN: ISSN-1085-4568
EISSN: EISSN-2380-8144
Evaluating an Intensive Program to Increase Cultural Intelligence: A Quasi-Experimental Design
Alexander, Kristofer Chang; Ingersoll, Luke T.; Calahan, Charles A.; Miller, Monica L.; Shields, Cleveland G.; Gipson, John A.; Alexander, Stewart Chang
Frontiers: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad, v33 n1 p106-128 2021
This study used a quasi-experimental design to compare the effects of an intercultural development program on students' Cultural Intelligence (CQ) compared with students in a summer research program who did not receive the intervention. Social Learning Theory guided a 9-week student-centered cultural learning course focused on attention, retention, and reproduction of each CQ domain. After the course, students had opportunities to practice their CQ abilities while studying abroad. Pre-assessment CQ determined an individualized learning plan. Reflective journaling and cultural mentoring were used to maximize student CQ growth. Using multi-level modeling, we observed a statistically significant increase in three CQ domains compared to the comparison control group: cognitive (p<0.01), metacognitive (p<0.01), and behavioral CQ (p<0.01). Motivation CQ scores did not significantly improve (p=0.08). Our results suggest that a university intercultural development program that intentionally combines a cultural learning course with a study abroad experience may improve students' CQ.
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Comparative Analysis, Summer Programs, Student Centered Learning, Socialization, Intervention, Study Abroad, Metacognition, College Students, Program Descriptions, Outcomes of Education, Measures (Individuals), Mentors, Learning Theories, Program Evaluation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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