Learning abroad (LA)

Covering all facets of staff and student international mobility, this track focuses on inbound and outbound student learning, as well as the growing field of virtual mobility.

Topics:

Topics under this KIA typically include:

  • learning abroad programs, including exchanges, internships, practicums, study tours and virtual mobility
  • creative approaches to enhancing access to and diversity of participation in learning abroad programs
  • trends and developments in learning abroad
  • innovations in learning abroad program design and destinations
  • mobility innovations in non-traditional settings and sectors
  • work and learning outcomes from participating in learning abroad
  • funding and grants (including the New Colombo Plan)
  • student safety in learning abroad. 

Target audience

  • learning abroad professional staff 
  • academic staff involved in learning abroad programs – e.g. study tour leaders
  • admissions staff (for learning abroad). 

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