Does Study Abroad Make a Difference? An Impact Assessment of the International 4-H Youth Exchange Program.

Boyd, Barry L.; Giebler, Christie; Hince, Matthew; Liu, Yaru; Mehta, Neha; Rash, Ryan; Rowald, Jennifer; Saldana, Carlos; Yanta, Yvonne

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ERIC Number: EJ634188

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2001

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Does Study Abroad Make a Difference? An Impact Assessment of the International 4-H Youth Exchange Program.

Boyd, Barry L.; Giebler, Christie; Hince, Matthew; Liu, Yaru; Mehta, Neha; Rash, Ryan; Rowald, Jennifer; Saldana, Carlos; Yanta, Yvonne

Journal of Extension, v39 n5 Oct 2001

A survey of 28 participants in the International 4-H Youth Exchange program, 16 family members/ friends, and 60 extension agents indicated that participants expanded awareness of global issues, developed cultural sensitivity, and increased community involvement. Barriers such as money and lack of program knowledge can be overcome by seeking corporate support and by more effective promotion. (SK)

Descriptors: Extension Education, Global Education, International Educational Exchange, Study Abroad, World Views

http://joe.org/joe/2001october/rb8.html

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Language: English

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