ERIC Number: EJ1304964
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Sep
Pages: 18
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1028-3153
EISSN: EISSN-1552-7808
Study Abroad and Engagement at the Local and Global Levels: The Stories behind the Numbers
Jon, Jae-Eun; Fry, Gerald W.
Journal of Studies in International Education, v25 n4 p407-424 Sep 2021
In this study, we address the question of whether and how the internationalization of higher education, particularly its study abroad aspect, has contributed to the common good. Much of the past discussion on study abroad impact has been largely concentrated on outcomes at the personal level. Using qualitative data from the Study Abroad for Global Engagement project, this study analyzes how former study abroad participants contributed to the global common good at the levels of local, glocal, and global communities. The findings show that many chose to practice global engagement, such as civic engagement, philanthropic activities, social entrepreneurship, and voluntary simplicity, for the common good, as the result of study abroad. This article concludes with discussion of implications for research, theory, policy, and practice.
Descriptors: Study Abroad, Higher Education, Educational Benefits, International Education, Civics, Private Financial Support, Social Change, Entrepreneurship, Educational Policy, Volunteers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Department of Education (ED)
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: P017A060057