Holistic Assessment and the Study Abroad Experience
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https://doi.org/10.36366/frontiers.v18i1.258Keywords:
Study abroad, Holistic measurements, Education abroad, Growth assessment, Student growth assessmentAbstract
This research study is a response to the call for more comprehensive data to assess student growth and development during semester study abroad experiences. First, the research design is explained to clarify the integrated approach that employs both qualitative and quantitative methods. Second, the specific project is described, as well as the holistic, interpretive framework for assessing the collected data. Third, the representative data gathered from the Global Perspectives Inventory (Braskamp, Braskamp, and Merrill 2007) and in-depth interviews is shared with commentary identifying how the data may assist in a more complete understanding of the study abroad experience. Finally, a summary of this project is offered with some ideas for further research.
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