The College of Education will participate in International Education Week (IEW), November 14-18, 2022. IEW is a joint initiative from the US Dept. of State and the US Dept. of Education. The week is used to highlight, showcase, and celebrate the many aspects of international education, cultures, and diversity. It is a time for collaboration and an exchange of knowledge and cultures. IEW helps to promote the idea of becoming global citizens.
Please join us: International Festival Day
Tuesday, Nov. 15th, 10:30am – 2pm, Norman Hall in the courtyard outside of Opus Coffee
Tabling from international-based student organizations and UF centers. Students, staff, faculty may enter the Lucky Draw Prize Game. Various performances throughout the day. Small bites offered from three local restaurants.
IEW Themed In-Person Sessions
Tuesday, Nov. 15th
Global Classrooms: ePortfolios for Educators
11:00am, Room 2043 (2nd Floor, New Norman Hall)
Presenter: Darian Hector and Paloma Rodriguez, Office of Global Learning/UFIC
Are you an education major who’s ready for global engagement? Want to also learn how to truly impact your future students? Please join us for a workshop centered upon ePortfolios and the International Scholars Program (ISP). During this workshop, we’ll go over how to get started and will review suggested guidelines for developing an impactful ePortfolio.
Target Audience: Students (of possible interest to staff and faculty)
Zoom link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/93196756876?pwd=TTRoQm4vSnJSZEZOYzQwVU1KSUYvUT09
Understanding the J-1 Visa: Fostering Cultural & Knowledge Exchange
2:00pm, Room 2043 (2nd Floor, New Norman Hall)
Presenters: Luis Johnson and Jack Maguschak, Exchange Visitor Services/UFIC
Exchange Visitor Services with the UF International Center will present information on the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, how to navigate the request process and what benefits come from hosting exchange visitors from the various J-1 categories.
Target Audience: Faculty and Staff
Zoom Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/93964798815?pwd=RGJ5MmxCRjhlYmFjZmhTbnhqbWlTZz09
Thursday, Nov. 17th
Virtual Exchange: Teach Without Boarders
10:00am, Room 2043 (2nd Floor, New Norman Hall)
Presenters: Carrie Martins and Paloma Rodriguez, Office of Global Learning/UFIC
Discover different types of virtual exchange (VE) activities designed by UF faculty and learn how international virtual exchange can benefit students and faculty alike. Find out about virtual exchange resources available through UF and other institutions, including VE training and resources to identify international collaborators for course projects.
Target Audience: Faculty and Staff (of possible interest to students)
Zoom Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/92217664074?pwd=LzRFdDNRd04xbVZOTVlHNkhUYzZWUT09
How the Office for Global Research Engagement (UFIC) Can Support Your Research Globally
11:30am, Room 2043 (2nd Floor, New Norman Hall)
Presenters: Dr. Sandra Russo and Dr. Nargiza Ludgate, Office of Global Research Engagement/UFIC
Learn how the Office of Global Research Engagement can support you (faculty) in your research globally.
Target Audience: Faculty (of possible interest to staff)
Zoom Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/94307637771?pwd=UCtqVUEwVGVOUXFtdGNVSVk3aU1XQT09
Ecuador: Quito and Galapagos Islands College of Education Study Abroad Program
2:00pm, Room 2043 (2nd Floor, New Norman Hall)
Presenters: Dr. Tara Mathien, Clinical Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education/College of Education and Nicole Fuls, Study Abroad Services/UFIC
Looking to globalize your learning or internationalize your experiences before you graduate? Join us to learn more about the chance to travel to Ecuador, earn 6 UF credits, and participate in experiential learning, NGO partnerships, and more as you travel in and around Quito, Ecuador, and the Galapagos Islands. Come and explore this brand new, once in a lifetime Study Abroad opportunity to learn about education and systems to support children and families in an international setting. The program will take place in Summer A 2023.
Target Audience: Students (of possible interest to staff and faculty)
Zoom Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/94025889054?pwd=dm5xWm5ac0dFbEJaT3JmL0NxRW1PZz09
