1. Faculty-Led Pre-Departure Orientation
Sections in Online Learning Content (Documents and Slides/“Handbook”)
Each numbered item represents a separate Learning Content item:
1. Checklist of UT Steps to Complete by Deadline (downloadable so that students can print & add
items):
a. Submit passport copy to Programs Abroad Office
b. Submit flight itinerary to Programs Abroad Office
c. Submit ISIC application and payment to Programs Abroad Office (form available online)
d. Submit program-specific materials to Programs Abroad Office (as per instructions)
e. Submit 3 Questionnaires online
f. Complete all signature documents online
g. Complete all remaining Pre-Departure Orientation sections online
h. Submit Summer Financial Aid form (if applicable)
2. Passports and Visas: 2 slides
a. Passports: 1 slide with link to U.S. State Department website for passport application
b. Visas: 1 slide with general info for U.S. citizens for all faculty-led destinations and links
to consular websites for more information
3. Purchasing your Flight: 1 slide
a. Reminders and bulleted list of tips and suggestions with links to student-friendly sites
4. Program Payment and Financial Aid/Scholarships: 2 slides
a. Payment: 1 slide with payment timeline (deposit, remainder of fee) and link to Bursar’s
office for payment deadlines
b. Financial Aid/Scholarships: 1 slide with basic requirements and deadlines for summer
financial aid; links to Financial Aid summer aid information and scholarship
opportunities; basic explanation of direct deposit and link to instructions for setup
5. Money Management Overseas (different title???): 2 slides
a. Know your Host Country Currency: 1 slide with link to currency exchange website;
general tips on money management (establishing a budget, etc.)
b. Using Money Overseas (Cash vs. Cards): 1 slide with how to obtain cash before leaving
and upon arrival; reminder to check with bank regarding international transaction fees
and ATM fees; reminder to inform bank of travel plans if intending to use credit/debit
cards overseas; copy numbers for issues/reporting stolen cards
6. Communicating Overseas (different title???): 1 slide
a. Speaking with U.S. carrier about international plan options and rates for calls and data;
purchasing an international phone before departing or upon arrival; using phone cards
with a landline; using online options such as Skype, FaceTime, or Google Voice;
establishing a communication plan w/parents prior to leaving (arrival and how frequently
once there)
7. Emergencies and non-Emergencies Abroad: 4 slides
a. What constitutes an emergency? 1 slide with examples à medical emergencies, lost
passport, natural disasters, political unrest
2. b. Non-emergency situations: 1 slide with examples à flight/travel delays, lost luggage,
minor illnesses
c. How to be prepared (2 slides): know local equivalent(s) of 911, where the closest U.S.
Embassy/Consulate is and how to contact them in the case of an emergency, and register
with U.S. State Department (provide links to U.S. State Department website &
International SOS); CIE Emergency Card with important phone numbers; copies of
passport (leave 1 w/family at home, 1 to PAO, 1 with you); know contact info for your
faculty leader (and provider if applicable)
8. Health and Safety Abroad: 3 slides
a. General safety tips (1 slide): keeping a low profile, avoiding scam artists, buddy system,
being aware of “no-go” areas, keeping emergency phone numbers, being aware of
culturally appropriate behaviors (attire, volume/tone of speech, etc.) and host country
laws, alcohol/substance use & vulnerability, common sense
b. General advice regarding health considerations (1 slide): maintain regular patterns of
eating and exercise as much as possible, self-assess physical and emotional issues-- travel
does not minimize your problems, and it can exacerbate them to a crisis stage, self-assess
your use of alcohol and be aware of potential differences in alcohol content, transporting
medications, vaccinations, learn about country-specific health concerns
c. Resources for learning more about country/city-specific health and safety (1 slide): links
to CDC Travelers’ Health website, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, Consular
websites, U.S. State Department student travel website; purchasing a guidebook for your
host country
9. Academic and Behavioral Expectations: 2 slides
a. Academic (1 slide): grades will be factored into UT GPA; expected to attend classes and
to follow guidelines set forth by faculty leader(s)
b. Behavioral (1 slide): ambassadors of UT and U.S. in host country; behavioral agreement
reminder; possible consequences of behavioral violations (conduct sanctions at UT, being
sent home from program, legal consequences if violating local laws, etc.)
10. Program-Specific Details: 1 slideà link to website and reminder to review information on
brochure page/application homepage; reminder that faculty leaders will hold program-specific
orientations pre- and post-arrival
a. Also, if possible, email contact information for a returned student or students who
participated in the program in the previous year; alternately, information for a student(s)
who studied abroad in the same host city/country or an international student from there
11. Cultural Adjustment: 2-3 slides
a. What is culture shock? (1 slide): feeling of being overwhelmed, lonely; normal and
predictable; often follows a stage-like progression, but intensity and duration of each
stages varies individually
b. Culture shock wave/stages chart (if possible, include image on previous slide)
c. Tips for successful cultural adjustment (1 slide): be open-minded to cultural differences;
stay healthy, both physically and mentally; set goals for yourself/make a list of things you
hope to do or accomplish while abroad; read more about host country to anticipate
cultural differences (guide books, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, etc.)
3. In-Person Orientation (~1-1.5 hours)
PowerPoint Information:
1. General reminder: refer to Checklist of UT Steps to Complete by Deadline which was handed
out; this checklist also available in online account to download; any questions?
2. Passports and Visas: 2 slides
a. Passports: 1 slide with link to U.S. State Department website for passport application
b. Visas: 1 slide with general info for U.S. citizens for all faculty-led destinations and links
to consular websites for more information
3. Emergencies and Non-Emergencies Abroad: 4 slides + small group case studies
a. What constitutes an emergency? 1 slide with examples à medical emergencies, lost
passport, natural disasters, political unrest
b. Non-emergency situations: 1 slide with examples à flight/travel delays, lost luggage,
minor illnesses
c. How to be prepared (2 slides): know local equivalent(s) of 911, where the closest U.S.
Embassy/Consulate is and how to contact them in the case of an emergency, and register
with U.S. State Department (provide links to U.S. State Department website &
International SOS); CIE Emergency Card with important phone numbers; copies of
passport (leave 1 w/family at home, 1 to PAO, 1 with you); know contact info for your
faculty leader (and provider if applicable)
4. Health and Safety Abroad: 3 slides
a. General safety tips (1 slide): keeping a low profile, avoiding scam artists, buddy system,
being aware of “no-go” areas, keeping emergency phone numbers, being aware of
culturally appropriate behaviors (attire, volume/tone of speech, etc.) and host country
laws, alcohol/substance use & vulnerability, common sense
b. General advice regarding health considerations (1 slide): maintain regular patterns of
eating and exercise as much as possible, self-assess physical and emotional issues-- travel
does not minimize your problems, and it can exacerbate them to a crisis stage, self-assess
your use of alcohol and be aware of potential differences in alcohol content, transporting
medications, vaccinations, learn about country-specific health concerns
c. Resources for learning more about country/city-specific health and safety (1 slide): links
to CDC Travelers’ Health website, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, Consular
websites, U.S. State Department student travel website; purchasing a guidebook for your
host country
5. Academic and Behavioral Expectations: 2 slides
a. Academic (1 slide): grades will be factored into UT GPA; expected to attend classes and
to follow guidelines set forth by faculty leader(s)
b. Behavioral (1 slide): ambassadors of UT and U.S. in host country; behavioral agreement
reminder; possible consequences of behavioral violations (conduct sanctions at UT, being
sent home from program, legal consequences if violating local laws, etc.)
6. Cultural Adjustment: 2-3 slides
a. What is culture shock? (1 slide): feeling of being overwhelmed, lonely; normal and
predictable; often follows a stage-like progression, but intensity and duration of each
stages varies individually
4. b. Culture shock wave/stages chart (if possible, include image on previous slide)
c. Tips for successful cultural adjustment (1 slide): be open-minded to cultural differences;
stay healthy, both physically and mentally; set goals for yourself/make a list of things you
hope to do or accomplish while abroad; read more about host country to anticipate
cultural differences (guide books, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, etc.)
Interactive Components:
1. Case studies with small group discussion about emergency vs. non-emergency situations
a. Lost luggage
b. Medical emergency
c. Delayed flight
d. Natural disaster
e. Others?
2. Reflection and goal-setting handoutà What are your goals for studying abroad, both academic
and personal? How can you prepare to achieve these goals?
5. Faculty-‐Led
PDO
Learning
Outcomes
Learning Outcome Method Exact Method Assessment
1. Students
will
know
what
steps
they
need
to
take
next,
including
document
submission
and
by
when
these
items
should
be
completed.
Online
&
In-‐person
Checklist
of
items
to
complete
for
PAO
with
relevant
dates
(given
to
students
at
PDO
and
posted
in
LC)
Students
have
completed
SA
checklist
by
deadline
2. Students
will
know
how
to
find
the
information
about
the
application
procedures
for
passports
and
visas
(if
applicable).
Online
&
In-‐person
1. Online
section
with
links
to
general
&
country-‐
specific
info.
2. In-‐person:
reminder
Students
will
have
required
travel
documents
prior
to
departure
3. Students
will
know
where
to
search
for
flights
and
what
types
of
flights
are
best
to
book.
Online
Online
section
with
tips
and
links
to
sites
Student
flight
itineraries
4. Students
will
be
aware
of
important
dates
regarding
payment
and
financial
aid
distribution.
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
dates
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
these
items
5. Students
will
understand
what
paperwork
and
standards
are
required
in
order
to
receive
financial
aid
from
UTK.
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
dates
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
these
items
6. Students
will
be
aware
of
relevant
financial
considerations
for
their
destination
(currency(ies)
used,
how
to
obtain
money,
using
debit/credit
cards
abroad,
etc.)
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
tips
and
information
PDO
quiz;
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
these
items
7. Students
will
know
what
their
options
for
communication
in
their
host
country
are.
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
tips
and
information
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
communication
8. Students
will
know
what
constitutes
an
emergency
and
what
to
do,
depending
on
the
type
of
emergency,
including
knowing
the
local
911
equivalent(s)
for
their
host
country.
Online
&
In-‐person
1. Online
section
with
links
to
country-‐specific
info.
2. In-‐person:
brief
explanation
and
small
group
case
studies
PDO
quiz;
answers
reported
from
in-‐
person
case
studies
9. Students
will
know
how
to
handle
non-‐emergency
situations
such
as
lost
luggage
or
transportation
delays.
Online
&
In-‐person
1. Online
section
with
list
of
examples/what
to
do
2. In-‐person:
brief
explanation
and
small
group
case
studies
Answers
reported
from
in-‐person
case
studies
10. Students
will
know
where
the
closest
U.S.
Embassy/Consulate
in
their
host
country
is
and
how
to
contact
the
Embassy/Consulate
in
Online
1. Online
section
with
links
to
country-‐specific
info.
PDO
quiz
6. the
case
of
an
emergency.
11. Students
will
be
aware
of
general
health
and
safety
tips
for
travel
abroad
(avoiding
scam
artists,
protests,
sex/sexuality
abroad,
drugs/alcohol,
etc.)
Online
&
In-‐person
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
tips
Fewer
student
health
or
alcohol-‐related
issues;
students
will
report
high
preparedness
in
post-‐
experience
evaluation
12. Students
will
be
aware
of
any
specific
health
and
safety
information
or
risks
associated
with
their
host
country(ies)
and
city(ies)
(including
regulation
regarding
transportation
of
medication
and
other
resources
available
to
them
for
learning
more
information
about
their
host
country(ies)).
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
tips
Faculty
leaders
will
have
fewer
issues
with
student
conduct;
students
will
report
high
levels
of
safety
preparedness
in
post-‐
experience
evaluation
13. Students
will
understand
the
academic
and
behavioral
expectations
of
participating
in
a
faculty-‐led
study
abroad
program
and
will
understand
the
possible
repercussions
of
not
behaving
in
an
appropriate
manner.
Online
&
In-‐person
Online
section
with
relevant
reminders
Faculty
will
have
fewer
behavioral
issues
on
their
programs
14. Students
will
receive
program-‐
specific
information
about
their
housing,
arrival
dates,
academic
expectations,
etc.
Online
&
In-‐person
1. Link
to
website—look
at
brochure
&
application
pages
2. Provide
contact
information
for
retuned
students
(if
possible)
3. In-‐person:
faculty
leader
orientations
Students
will
report
strong
knowledge
of
program-‐specific
info
on
post-‐experience
evaluation
15. Students
will
understand
the
process
of
culture
shock
and
what
resources
exist
to
prepare
them
for
this
and
to
mitigate
the
effects
while
abroad
(including
destination-‐
specific
cultural
information).
Online
&
In-‐person
Online
section
with
cultural
adjustment
stages
and
tips
for
adjusting
Students
will
report
high
satisfaction
on
post-‐experience
evaluation
16. Students
will
reflect
on
their
goals
for
study
abroad
and
how
to
get
the
most
out
of
their
experiences.
In-‐Person
Handout
to
guide
reflection
and
set
goals
Students
will
report
high
satisfaction
on
post-‐experience
evaluation
LC
=
Studio
Abroad
Learning
Content
PDO
=
Pre-‐Departure
Orientation
(in-‐person)
SA
=
Studio
Abroad
7. Regular Pre-Departure Orientation
Sections in Online Learning Content (Documents and Slides/“Handbook”)
Each numbered item represents a separate Learning Content item:
1. Checklist of UT Steps to Complete by Deadline (downloadable so that students can print & add
items):
a. Submit passport copy to Programs Abroad Office
b. Submit flight itinerary to Programs Abroad Office
c. Submit ISIC application and payment to Programs Abroad Office (form available online)
d. Submit Request for Transfer Credit form to Programs Abroad Office (form available
online; signatures required; suggested timeline)
e. Submit Financial Aid form (form available online; signature required by Financial Aid)
f. Submit 3 Questionnaires online
g. Complete all signature documents online
h. Complete all remaining Pre-Departure Orientation sections online
2. Passports and Visas: 2 slides
a. Passports: 1 slide with link to U.S. State Department website for passport application
b. Visas: 1 slide with general info (student’s responsibility to read, follow steps, and ask
questions in timely manner); link to list of consular websites for more information
3. Purchasing your Flight: 1 slide
a. Reminders and bulleted list of tips and suggestions with links to student-friendly sites
4. Arrival Procedures: 1 slide
a. Review arrival instructions from provider/host institution and information on
provider/host institution websiteà find out if airport pickup service is included; if not,
research transportation from your arrival airport to your host city; know when and where
you should report on arrival; make sure to carry host coordinator contact information in
your carry-on bag
5. Program Payment and Financial Aid/Scholarships: 2 slides
a. Payment: 1 slide with payment timeline for fees billed to UTK account, divided by
program type (exchange, direct, 3rd
party), and link to Bursar’s office for payment
deadline
b. Financial Aid/Scholarships: 1 slide with links to Financial Aid information, including
financial aid disbursal, and scholarship opportunities; basic explanation of direct deposit
and link to instructions for setup for excess financial aid
6. Money Management Overseas (different title???): 2 slides
a. Know your Host Country Currency: 1 slide with link to currency exchange website;
general tips on money management (establishing a budget, etc.)
b. Using Money Overseas (Cash vs. Cards): 1 slide with how to obtain cash before leaving
and upon arrival; reminder to check with bank regarding international transaction fees
and ATM fees; reminder to inform bank of travel plans if intending to use credit/debit
cards overseas; copy numbers for issues/reporting stolen cards
7. Communicating Overseas (different title???): 1 slide
8. a. Speaking with U.S. carrier about international plan options and rates for calls and data;
purchasing an international phone before departing or upon arrival; using phone cards
with a landline; using online options such as Skype, FaceTime, or Google Voice;
establishing a communication plan w/parents prior to leaving (arrival and how frequently
once there)
8. Emergencies and non-Emergencies Abroad: 4 slides
a. What constitutes an emergency? 1 slide with examples à medical emergencies, lost
passport, natural disasters, political unrest
b. Non-emergency situations: 1 slide with examples à flight/travel delays, lost luggage,
minor illnesses
c. How to be prepared (2 slides): know local equivalent(s) of 911, where the closest U.S.
Embassy/Consulate is and how to contact them in the case of an emergency, and register
with U.S. State Department (provide links to U.S. State Department website &
International SOS); CIE Emergency Card with important phone numbers; copies of
passport (leave 1 w/family at home, 1 to PAO, 1 with you); know contact info for your
in-country provider contact or host institution contact
9. Health and Safety Abroad: 3 slides
a. General safety tips (1 slide): keeping a low profile, avoiding scam artists, buddy system,
being aware of “no-go” areas, keeping emergency phone numbers, being aware of
culturally appropriate behaviors (attire, volume/tone of speech, etc.) and host country
laws, alcohol/substance use & vulnerability, common sense
b. General advice regarding health considerations (1 slide): maintain regular patterns of
eating and exercise as much as possible, self-assess physical and emotional issues-- travel
does not minimize your problems, and it can exacerbate them to a crisis stage, self-assess
your use of alcohol and be aware of potential differences in alcohol content, transporting
medications, vaccinations, learn about country-specific health concerns
c. Resources for learning more about country/city-specific health and safety (1 slide): links
to CDC Travelers’ Health website, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, Consular
websites, U.S. State Department student travel website; purchasing a guidebook for your
host country
10. Behavioral and Academic Expectations: 3 slides
a. Behavioral (1 slide): ambassadors of UT and U.S. in host country; possible consequences
of behavioral violations (endanger personal safety, conduct sanctions at UT, being sent
home from program, legal consequences if violating local laws, etc.)
b. Academic (2 slides): register for classes with your provider/host institution; PAO will
enroll you in the study abroad placeholder course, so you should not register for courses
at UT; courses will come back to UT as transfer credit; must receive ‘C’ or better to
count towards major/minor; must be registered as at least full-time (equivalent of 12 UT
credit hours)—your responsibility to know credit equivalencies (list most common ones);
expected to attend class and follow academic procedures as outlined by provider/host
institution
11. Transfer Credit Process: 1 slide; steps with timeline and additional suggestions
a. Complete
Request
for
Transfer
Credit
form
prior
to
departure
b. Communicate
with
advisor(s)
about
any
changes
to
course
schedules
c. Have
transcript
sent
to
Programs
Abroad
Office
(include
address)
9. d. General
process
once
transcript
received
(wait
until
emailed,
courses
added
to
DARS,
then
petition)
and
timeline
12. Cultural Adjustment: 2-3 slides
a. What is culture shock? (1 slide): feeling of being overwhelmed, lonely; normal and
predictable; often follows a stage-like progression, but intensity and duration of each
stages varies individually
b. Culture shock wave/stages chart (if possible, include image on previous slide)
c. Tips for successful cultural adjustment (1 slide): be open-minded to cultural differences;
stay healthy, both physically and mentally; set goals for yourself/make a list of things you
hope to do or accomplish while abroad; read more about host country to anticipate
cultural differences (guide books, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, etc.)
In-Person Orientation (~1-1.5 hours)
PowerPoint Information:
1. General reminder: 2 slidesà refer to Checklist of UT Steps to Complete by Deadline which was
handed out; this checklist also available in online account to download; emphasize Request for
Transfer Credit form w/example; any questions?
2. Passports and Visas: 2 slides
a. Passports: 1 slide with link to U.S. State Department website for passport application
b. Visas: 1 slide with general info (student’s responsibility to read, follow steps, and ask
questions in timely manner); link to list of consular websites for more information
3. Emergencies and Non-Emergencies Abroad: 4 slides + small group case studies
a. What constitutes an emergency? 1 slide with examples à medical emergencies, lost
passport, natural disasters, political unrest
b. Non-emergency situations: 1 slide with examples à flight/travel delays, lost luggage,
minor illnesses
c. How to be prepared (2 slides): know local equivalent(s) of 911, where the closest U.S.
Embassy/Consulate is and how to contact them in the case of an emergency, and register
with U.S. State Department (provide links to U.S. State Department website &
International SOS); CIE Emergency Card with important phone numbers; copies of
passport (leave 1 w/family at home, 1 to PAO, 1 with you); know contact info for your
in-country provider contact or host institution contact
4. Health and Safety Abroad: 3 slides
a. General safety tips (1 slide): keeping a low profile, avoiding scam artists, buddy system,
being aware of “no-go” areas, keeping emergency phone numbers, being aware of
culturally appropriate behaviors (attire, volume/tone of speech, etc.) and host country
laws, alcohol/substance use & vulnerability, common sense
b. General advice regarding health considerations (1 slide): maintain regular patterns of
eating and exercise as much as possible, self-assess physical and emotional issues-- travel
does not minimize your problems, and it can exacerbate them to a crisis stage, self-assess
your use of alcohol and be aware of potential differences in alcohol content, transporting
medications, vaccinations, learn about country-specific health concerns
c. Resources for learning more about country/city-specific health and safety (1 slide): links
to CDC Travelers’ Health website, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, Consular
10. websites, U.S. State Department student travel website; purchasing a guidebook for your
host country
5. Behavioral and Academic Expectations: 3 slides
a. Behavioral (1 slide): ambassadors of UT and U.S. in host country; possible consequences
of behavioral violations (endanger personal safety, conduct sanctions at UT, being sent
home from program, legal consequences if violating local laws, etc.)
b. Academic (2 slides): register for classes with your provider/host institution; PAO will
enroll you in the study abroad placeholder course, so you should not register for courses
at UT; courses will come back to UT as transfer credit; must receive ‘C’ or better to
count towards major/minor; must be registered as at least full-time (equivalent of 12 UT
credit hours)—your responsibility to know credit equivalencies (list most common ones);
expected to attend class and follow academic procedures as outlined by provider/host
institution
6. Transfer Credit Process: 1 slide; steps with timeline and additional suggestions
a. Complete
Request
for
Transfer
Credit
form
prior
to
departure
b. Communicate
with
advisor(s)
about
any
changes
to
course
schedules
c. Have
transcript
sent
to
Programs
Abroad
Office
(include
address)
d. General
process
once
transcript
received
(wait
until
emailed,
courses
added
to
DARS,
then
petition)
and
timeline
7. Cultural Adjustment: 2-3 slides
a. What is culture shock? (1 slide): feeling of being overwhelmed, lonely; normal and
predictable; often follows a stage-like progression, but intensity and duration of each
stages varies individually
b. Culture shock wave/stages chart (if possible, include image on previous slide)
c. Tips for successful cultural adjustment (1 slide): be open-minded to cultural differences;
stay healthy, both physically and mentally; set goals for yourself/make a list of things you
hope to do or accomplish while abroad; read more about host country to anticipate
cultural differences (guide books, International SOS, CIA World Factbook, etc.)
Interactive Components:
1. Case studies with small group discussion about emergency vs. non-emergency situations
a. Lost luggage
b. Medical emergency
c. Delayed flight
d. Natural disaster
e. Others?
2. Reflection and goal-setting handoutà What are your goals for studying abroad, both academic
and personal? How can you prepare to achieve these goals?
11. Regular
(Non-‐Faculty-‐Led)
PDO
Learning
Outcomes
Learning Outcome Method Exact Method Assessment
1. Students
will
know
what
steps
they
need
to
take
next,
including
document
submission
and
by
when
these
items
should
be
completed.
Online
&
In-‐
person
Checklist
of
items
to
complete
for
PAO
with
relevant
dates
(given
to
students
at
PDO
and
posted
in
LC)
Students
have
completed
SA
checklist
by
deadline
2. Students
will
know
how
to
find
the
information
about
the
application
procedures
for
passports
and
visas
(if
applicable).
Online
&
In-‐
person
1. Online
section
with
links
to
general
&
country-‐
specific
info.
2. In-‐person:
reminder
Students
will
have
required
travel
documents
prior
to
departure
3. Students
will
know
where
to
search
for
flights
and
what
types
of
flights
are
best
to
book.
Online
Online
section
with
tips
and
links
to
sites
Student
flight
itineraries
4. Students
will
know
how
to
get
from
their
arrival
airport
to
their
initial
host
city
and,
generally,
what
to
do/expect
upon
arrival.
Online
Online
section
with
general
reminders
and
Students
will
report
feeling
more
prepared
for
arrival
5. Students
will
be
aware
of
important
dates
regarding
payment
and
financial
aid
distribution.
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
dates
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
these
items
6. Students
will
be
aware
of
relevant
financial
considerations
for
their
destination
(currency(ies)
used,
how
to
obtain
money,
using
debit/credit
cards
abroad,
etc.)
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
tips
and
information
PDO
quiz;
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
these
items
7. Students
will
know
what
their
options
for
communication
in
their
host
country
are.
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
tips
and
information
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
communication
8. Students
will
know
what
constitutes
an
emergency
and
what
to
do,
depending
on
the
type
of
emergency,
including
knowing
the
local
911
equivalent(s)
for
their
host
country.
Online
&
In-‐
person
1. Online
section
with
links
to
country-‐specific
info.
2. In-‐person:
brief
explanation
and
small
group
case
studies
PDO
quiz;
answers
reported
from
in-‐
person
case
studies
9. Students
will
know
how
to
handle
non-‐emergency
situations
such
as
Online
&
In-‐
1. Online
section
with
list
of
examples/what
to
do
Answers
reported
from
in-‐person
case
12. lost
luggage
or
transportation
delays.
person
2. In-‐person:
brief
explanation
and
small
group
case
studies
studies
10. Students
will
know
where
the
closest
U.S.
Embassy/Consulate
in
their
host
country
is
and
how
to
contact
the
Embassy/Consulate
in
the
case
of
an
emergency.
Online
1. Online
section
with
links
to
country-‐specific
info.
PDO
quiz
11. Students
will
be
aware
of
general
health
and
safety
tips
for
travel
abroad
(avoiding
scam
artists,
protests,
sex/sexuality
abroad,
drugs/alcohol,
etc.)
Online
&
In-‐
person
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
tips
Fewer
student
health
or
alcohol-‐related
issues;
students
will
report
high
levels
of
preparedness
12. Students
will
be
aware
of
any
specific
health
and
safety
information
or
risks
associated
with
their
host
country(ies)
and
city(ies)
(including
regulation
regarding
transportation
of
medication
and
other
resources
available
to
them
for
learning
more
information
about
their
host
country(ies)).
Online
Online
section
with
relevant
links
and
tips
Fewer
issues
with
student
conduct;
students
will
report
high
levels
of
safety
preparedness
13. Students
will
understand
the
academic
and
behavioral
expectations
of
participating
in
a
study
abroad
program
and
will
understand
the
possible
repercussions
of
not
behaving
in
an
appropriate
manner.
Online
and
In-‐
person
Online
section
with
relevant
reminders
Fewer
issues
with
student
conduct;
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
academics
14. Students
will
understand
the
academic
procedures
required
for
transfer
of
credit
before,
during,
and
after
their
study
abroad
program.
Online
and
In-‐
person
Online
section
with
reminders
about
steps
and
additional
suggestions
PAO
will
receive
fewer
questions
from
students
about
academics/transfer
credit
15. Students
will
understand
the
process
of
culture
shock
and
what
resources
exist
to
prepare
them
for
this
and
to
mitigate
the
effects
while
abroad
(including
destination-‐
specific
cultural
information).
Online
&
In-‐
person
Online
section
with
cultural
adjustment
stages
and
tips
for
adjusting
Students
will
report
greater
preparedness
16. Students
will
reflect
on
their
goals
for
study
abroad
and
how
to
get
the
most
out
of
their
experiences.
In-‐
Person
Handout
to
guide
reflection
and
set
goals
Students
will
report
high
satisfaction;
copy
for
re-‐entry
LC
=
Studio
Abroad
Learning
Content
PDO
=
Pre-‐Departure
Orientation
(in-‐person)
SA
=
Studio
Abroad
