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Global Virtual Exchange

East Carolina University
Greenville , United States
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Instructional Technology
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Education
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On campus
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

College of Education

The College of Education at East Carolina University offers a range of programs and resources for students.


Departments

The college is comprised of several departments, including:


  • Educational Leadership & Foundations
  • Elementary, Middle and Secondary Education
  • IDP (Adult Education, Counselor Education, Instructional Technology and Library Science)
  • Literacy Studies and Special Education

Offices

The college also has several offices that support its mission, including:


  • Assessment, Data Management and Digital Learning
  • Community Relations and Outreach
  • Educator Preparation
  • Global Engagement
  • Research and Innovation
  • New Teacher Support Program

Centers & Institutes

The college is home to several centers and institutes, including:


  • The Center for STEM Education
  • ECU Community School
  • Irene Howell Assistive Technology (IHAT) Center
  • Rural Education Institute
  • McClammy Counseling and Research Lab
  • ECU Community Archives Lab (ECAL)

Global Virtual Exchange

The university offers multi-lateral global virtual exchange courses, providing students with the opportunity to interact and dialogue with students from around the world. These courses, often called "Global Understandings" courses, are offered in a range of general education program areas, including:


  • ANTH
  • COMM
  • FORL
  • INTL
  • POLS
  • PSYC
  • SOCI Students in these courses have the opportunity to discuss content-relevant topics and design collaborative projects with students from schools in three different countries. The key take-away from such an experience is the development of cultural competence and cultural intelligence, key attributes needed in the ever-growing global marketplace.

Education Focused Global Understandings Course

Beginning in spring 2020, the College of Education will be offering an education-focused global understandings course that will center on comparative educational practices globally. This course will provide students with a unique opportunity to explore educational practices from around the world and develop a deeper understanding of the global context of education.


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