What is GLST?Introduction to the Basics
What is the purpose of GLST?• Guiding the Study Abroad Journey• Prompting your thinking• Connecting to your major• Networking with your study abroad
peers• Other goals/Outcomes
GLST 390 “Pre-Departure”o Determining Personal Goalso Understanding Cultural/ Social Characteristics of
host/home site(s)o Evaluating resources about home/host cultureo Defining “culture”
GLST 392 “In-Country”Fieldwork
o “Culture Shock”o Going to the Market (& Beyond) o On being an Americano Exploring cross-cultural competencyo Investigating My “World”o Listening with Cross-Cultural Earso Souvenir?
GLST 392Re-Entry (done upon departure from Study Abroad site)
o Capstone Promptso Re-entry Shocko Preparing for GLST 490
GLST Courses
OrientationGLST 390
GLST 490
“Just because you’re back in Binghamton doesn’t mean your study abroad experience is over!”
GLST 392
Online Learning Environment (Bb)
blackboard.binghamton.edu
InteractiveAsynchronous
Self-managed and Self-paced Community of
Practice
Must do’s!
Write develope
d response
s Proof your
essays
Initiate discussionConverse
with classmate
s
Must do’s!
Be in touch – Don’t wait Keep
“local” copies of
course docs(or print)Make a
calendar Keep organize
d!
Scheduling
Session SchedulesWinter – GLST 390
Begins EndsLast day of Fall term(16 December 2011)
End of Winter Session(27 January 2012)
Spring 2012 – GLST 392Begins Ends
30 January 2012 18 May 2012*
*If your program runs longer, then dates will be adjusted
Making Your Own Schedule
Assignment 1 2 3 4 5Due Date 12/17 12/21 12/28 1/5 1/10
WinterBegins Ends16 December 27 January
FAQs
How will I know my section?
• Check your schedule, Bb, and emails from GLST
How much time per exercise?
Estimated to be no more than 3 hrs from beginning to end
Can I do this course from my smart phone?
NO!
Tips for Success
Read Assignmen
ts Think about the
issues!JournalUpdate
your calendar
Technology TipsPlan Ahead• Internet is not always as accessible as in
Binghamton (U.S.) You may have to plan computer/internet time
Use Your BU Resources• If you have technology issues, let your
instructor know, or contact Bb support directly at [email protected]
Our Syllabus is Our Contract• The course syllabus spells out the
instructor’s expectations of the student
• And what students can expect from the instructor
• Assignments• Grading policies
• Pre-Departure Agreement– http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/THHB9CL– Digital Signature required!
Attend Face-To-Face Meetings
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