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INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EXCHANGE TO BUILD 21ST
CENTURY JOB SKILLS
COLLEGE AND CAREER EDGE NEEDED TO BE COMPETITIVE IN THE GLOBAL WORKPLACE
i-Ed
i-edonline.org
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Mission
i-Ed works with the global student
and educator community to provide
technical assistance, international
education,training and exchange
programs to enhance international
understanding and promote 21st
Century workforce skills.
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed The NEED
• Job applicants face greater
competition in the global market and
must have leading edge, adaptable
skills.
• Global economy is increasingly linked,
so knowledge of global/issues trends
is essential.
• Rising generations must be able to
operate across cultures - foreign
language is essential.
• Work internationally to achieve full
earning potential.
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed
The Impact of Study Abroad
Clarifies the direction youth might
take in a career thus impacting
college degree options, college
choice, and internships during study
breaks to provide exposure to
employers. (Better before college for
greater impact)
Provides a new perspective on
academic work, renewing its
importance and relates it to college
and job search.
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed
The Impact of Study Abroad
Sets students apart from other
college applicants for an admissions
and scholarship advantage.
Builds valuable new intercultural
skills,people skills, and even
technical competencies that
employers seek.
Gives students new maturity,
competence and confidence by using
foreign language skills,navigating a
new culture, ability to rely on oneself
with caring adults and friends away
from home.
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Educator Impact
Gives educators a chance to confer
with global colleagues doing best
practice work or provide consultation to
those who need help to polish
community service record.
Allows teachers to internationalize and
digitize and enrich curriculum and
provide new career education
information.
Gives teachers a chance to become
teacher leaders by mentoring teachers
from developing countries or providing
boost to overseas youth.
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Career Components
Career educational activities are woven
throughout the study abroad programs.
We started with a focus on language
and culture linked to technical
skills,international business and
international development. Our
program in Spain examines
museum,film, and hospitality careers.
Our program in Russia (and Senegal
next year) looks at careers in Peace
and Conflict resolution and English as a
Second Language. We will move onto
Science,Technology,Engineering, and
Math in the coming months as we grow.
Saturday, March 30, 13
Before Trip
Virtual connections to
international peers, teachers,
and potential employers in the
target country.
Joint digital project benefiting
American and International
School.
On-line country specific courses
on history,culture, current
affairs, cross cultural
orientation and more...
Creation of e-Books on target
country and USA
Pre-trip prep A-Z including
International Day
During Trip
Cultural immersion tours ....
Maximum language and
cultural interaction
Career, youth leadership,
STEM, and international
studies activities
Community service with peer
schools along trip route
Trip project
Trip support A-Z
Post Trip
Digital trip presentations to peers,
parents, and potential employers
Network for ongoing learning,
college advising, scholarships,
internship opportunities,
additional study/work abroad
options, and career mentoring.
Alumni tracking to determine
program impact
Text
What sets i-Ed apart?
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Study Abroad Program
Elements
LLaL LLaL
LLaL LLaL
Language
- Intense language instruction 4 hours/
day
-Linked to AP exams when possible
- Daily quizzes,homework,exams
Culture and thematic learning
-Cross-cultural orientation
- History,culture, and current affairs
- Special topics based on locality
- New skills,new technologies
Career Mapping
- Briefings from professionals on types
of jobs and career paths
-Visits to companies
- Career lesson plans and trip projects
Community Service/Leadership
- Help on community projects
- Leadership development
- Critical thinking, problem solving
- Interaction with peers to solve
problems
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Country Connections
Spain: Take Spanish out of the textbook and
into the real world of contemporary Spain -
learning about its ancient past and current
European Union issues. Accelerate spanish
language and literature for the AP exam while
enjoying the best Spain has to offer. Explore
careers where Spanish is needed.
June 15-August 3, 2013 or 2014 S/T
China: Chinese, Culture and Careers for High
School Educators and Students. A country
poised to shape the 21st century,China is a
country worth learning about to explore its
fascinating history and culture and understand
how its rising position in the world is impacting
global trends. Prepare students to work,study,
or travel in China.
June 15-August 3, 2013 or 2014 S/T
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Country Connections
Russia: From Russia With Love:
Peace, Language and Understanding
for High School Educators and
Students This program is a Peace
Camp and Russian language and
culture exchange with students and
teachers from the U.S. and Russia.
Youth leaders find ways to increase
tolerance and find tools for conflict
resolution before it escalates into
violence. Students get exposure to
international careers and college
degree options where Russian is key.
June 15-August 3, 2013 or 2014 S/T
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Country Connections
El Salvador: Understanding Your
Students from El Salvador
Immigration and the impact it has on
both the US and El Salvador, with a
specific focus on how it affects
education. The program will cover
best practices,services, and
educational materials developed for
Salvadorian immigrants.
July 8-18, 2013 or 2014 T
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Country Connections
Senegal: West Africa and the
African-American Connection
West Africa and America share so much
common heritage! That legacy remains today in
everything from food,music, art, architecture,
religion, and the vibrant African- American
diaspora that lives on today. This course
provides an overview of West African history
and its connection with the Americas. It looks at
the cultural heritage that remains and provides
an overview of Senegalese culture and current
events today for visiting Americans. We also
examine careers in international development.
S/T
June 20-August 2, 2014
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Country Connections
Senegal: Peace for Prosperity Youth
Leadership Program
The program includes six peace youth
leadership modules combined with
opportunities to enjoy Senegal’s vibrant
art,culture, history, and nature while
exploring careers in peace and conflict
resolution or various jobs in international
development. Students learn ways to work
across cultural and worldview differences by
drawing on a range of creative tools such as
using art, the power of storytelling,improv
techniques, games, interactive multi-media,
and simulations to prevent, understand, and
transform conflict.
This i-Ed initiative was inspired by the 2001 PBS
television program: Tutu and Franklin: A Journey
Towards Peace.
tentative dates June 20-August 2, 2014
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Travel Safety
Health clearance/insurance required*
Vaccination documentation
CDC,WHO, and State Department
briefing materials
U.S. Embassy registration
Local cell phones/cards issued
Internet access made available
8/1 student to chaperon ratio
24/7 monitoring and availability by i-Ed
World class hospitals available
Saturday, March 30, 13
About i-Ed
Established as a woman owned, 501c3
nonprofit, i-Ed works with the K-12
student and educator community to
provide international education,training
and exchange programs to enhance
global understanding and promote 21st
Century workforce skills.
Our key people are leaders in
international education - Leesa Kaplan,
Ph.D., Carole Robertson-Fenn, Susan
Bouldin.
Saturday, March 30, 13
i-Ed Contact
Carole Robertson-Fenn
i-Ed, Inc.
Cell)301-467-6059
Office) 240-345-9288
Skype:carolefenn
E-mails:
carolefenn@i-Edonline.org
or
info@i-edonline.org
URL: http://www.i-edonline.org
http://www.facebook.com/iEdonline.org
Twitter: @iEdonlineorg
- Brochure and applications available now
- Register early for best airfare, less hassle
for passport, health and visa clearance
Saturday, March 30, 13

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  • 1. INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EXCHANGE TO BUILD 21ST CENTURY JOB SKILLS COLLEGE AND CAREER EDGE NEEDED TO BE COMPETITIVE IN THE GLOBAL WORKPLACE i-Ed i-edonline.org Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 2. i-Ed Mission i-Ed works with the global student and educator community to provide technical assistance, international education,training and exchange programs to enhance international understanding and promote 21st Century workforce skills. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 3. i-Ed The NEED • Job applicants face greater competition in the global market and must have leading edge, adaptable skills. • Global economy is increasingly linked, so knowledge of global/issues trends is essential. • Rising generations must be able to operate across cultures - foreign language is essential. • Work internationally to achieve full earning potential. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 4. i-Ed The Impact of Study Abroad Clarifies the direction youth might take in a career thus impacting college degree options, college choice, and internships during study breaks to provide exposure to employers. (Better before college for greater impact) Provides a new perspective on academic work, renewing its importance and relates it to college and job search. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 5. i-Ed The Impact of Study Abroad Sets students apart from other college applicants for an admissions and scholarship advantage. Builds valuable new intercultural skills,people skills, and even technical competencies that employers seek. Gives students new maturity, competence and confidence by using foreign language skills,navigating a new culture, ability to rely on oneself with caring adults and friends away from home. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 6. i-Ed Educator Impact Gives educators a chance to confer with global colleagues doing best practice work or provide consultation to those who need help to polish community service record. Allows teachers to internationalize and digitize and enrich curriculum and provide new career education information. Gives teachers a chance to become teacher leaders by mentoring teachers from developing countries or providing boost to overseas youth. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 7. i-Ed Career Components Career educational activities are woven throughout the study abroad programs. We started with a focus on language and culture linked to technical skills,international business and international development. Our program in Spain examines museum,film, and hospitality careers. Our program in Russia (and Senegal next year) looks at careers in Peace and Conflict resolution and English as a Second Language. We will move onto Science,Technology,Engineering, and Math in the coming months as we grow. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 8. Before Trip Virtual connections to international peers, teachers, and potential employers in the target country. Joint digital project benefiting American and International School. On-line country specific courses on history,culture, current affairs, cross cultural orientation and more... Creation of e-Books on target country and USA Pre-trip prep A-Z including International Day During Trip Cultural immersion tours .... Maximum language and cultural interaction Career, youth leadership, STEM, and international studies activities Community service with peer schools along trip route Trip project Trip support A-Z Post Trip Digital trip presentations to peers, parents, and potential employers Network for ongoing learning, college advising, scholarships, internship opportunities, additional study/work abroad options, and career mentoring. Alumni tracking to determine program impact Text What sets i-Ed apart? Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 9. i-Ed Study Abroad Program Elements LLaL LLaL LLaL LLaL Language - Intense language instruction 4 hours/ day -Linked to AP exams when possible - Daily quizzes,homework,exams Culture and thematic learning -Cross-cultural orientation - History,culture, and current affairs - Special topics based on locality - New skills,new technologies Career Mapping - Briefings from professionals on types of jobs and career paths -Visits to companies - Career lesson plans and trip projects Community Service/Leadership - Help on community projects - Leadership development - Critical thinking, problem solving - Interaction with peers to solve problems Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 10. i-Ed Country Connections Spain: Take Spanish out of the textbook and into the real world of contemporary Spain - learning about its ancient past and current European Union issues. Accelerate spanish language and literature for the AP exam while enjoying the best Spain has to offer. Explore careers where Spanish is needed. June 15-August 3, 2013 or 2014 S/T China: Chinese, Culture and Careers for High School Educators and Students. A country poised to shape the 21st century,China is a country worth learning about to explore its fascinating history and culture and understand how its rising position in the world is impacting global trends. Prepare students to work,study, or travel in China. June 15-August 3, 2013 or 2014 S/T Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 11. i-Ed Country Connections Russia: From Russia With Love: Peace, Language and Understanding for High School Educators and Students This program is a Peace Camp and Russian language and culture exchange with students and teachers from the U.S. and Russia. Youth leaders find ways to increase tolerance and find tools for conflict resolution before it escalates into violence. Students get exposure to international careers and college degree options where Russian is key. June 15-August 3, 2013 or 2014 S/T Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 12. i-Ed Country Connections El Salvador: Understanding Your Students from El Salvador Immigration and the impact it has on both the US and El Salvador, with a specific focus on how it affects education. The program will cover best practices,services, and educational materials developed for Salvadorian immigrants. July 8-18, 2013 or 2014 T Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 13. i-Ed Country Connections Senegal: West Africa and the African-American Connection West Africa and America share so much common heritage! That legacy remains today in everything from food,music, art, architecture, religion, and the vibrant African- American diaspora that lives on today. This course provides an overview of West African history and its connection with the Americas. It looks at the cultural heritage that remains and provides an overview of Senegalese culture and current events today for visiting Americans. We also examine careers in international development. S/T June 20-August 2, 2014 Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 14. i-Ed Country Connections Senegal: Peace for Prosperity Youth Leadership Program The program includes six peace youth leadership modules combined with opportunities to enjoy Senegal’s vibrant art,culture, history, and nature while exploring careers in peace and conflict resolution or various jobs in international development. Students learn ways to work across cultural and worldview differences by drawing on a range of creative tools such as using art, the power of storytelling,improv techniques, games, interactive multi-media, and simulations to prevent, understand, and transform conflict. This i-Ed initiative was inspired by the 2001 PBS television program: Tutu and Franklin: A Journey Towards Peace. tentative dates June 20-August 2, 2014 Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 15. i-Ed Travel Safety Health clearance/insurance required* Vaccination documentation CDC,WHO, and State Department briefing materials U.S. Embassy registration Local cell phones/cards issued Internet access made available 8/1 student to chaperon ratio 24/7 monitoring and availability by i-Ed World class hospitals available Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 16. About i-Ed Established as a woman owned, 501c3 nonprofit, i-Ed works with the K-12 student and educator community to provide international education,training and exchange programs to enhance global understanding and promote 21st Century workforce skills. Our key people are leaders in international education - Leesa Kaplan, Ph.D., Carole Robertson-Fenn, Susan Bouldin. Saturday, March 30, 13
  • 17. i-Ed Contact Carole Robertson-Fenn i-Ed, Inc. Cell)301-467-6059 Office) 240-345-9288 Skype:carolefenn E-mails: carolefenn@i-Edonline.org or info@i-edonline.org URL: http://www.i-edonline.org http://www.facebook.com/iEdonline.org Twitter: @iEdonlineorg - Brochure and applications available now - Register early for best airfare, less hassle for passport, health and visa clearance Saturday, March 30, 13