ERIC Number: EJ790949
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-May
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Evaluating the Impact of International Collaboration on Geography Learning
Klein, Phil; Solem, Michael
Journal of Geography in Higher Education, v32 n2 p245-267 May 2008
The Center for Global Geography Education (CGGE) is a set of online modules exploring geographic issues, which allow collaborative analysis and discussion between international teams of undergraduates. Using data from trials held in 10 countries, the modules' effectiveness in improving student understanding of geographic concepts and appreciation for cross-cultural perspectives on the issues were evaluated. Analysis of qualitative and quantitative data revealed that CGGE achieved its aims of enhancing geographic knowledge and skills. The modules and their international collaboration design inspired high interest among students and professors. Specific revisions to their content are identified in order to foster deeper exchanges of international perspectives among university students. (Contains 4 figures, 4 tables, and 3 notes.)
Descriptors: Geography Instruction, Geography, Geographic Concepts, Undergraduate Students, Student Attitudes, Online Courses, Cultural Awareness, Cooperative Learning, Peer Relationship, Instructional Effectiveness, Global Approach
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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