7D - Global-at-Home: Intentional and Inclusive Programming (60mins)
Tracks
D
| Wednesday, March 15, 2023 |
| 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM |
| 111A |
Details
With inclusivity and environmental sustainability arising as challenges in global education programming, Global-at-Home approaches have never been more important. As student awareness of the impact of travel on climate change grows, opportunities to engage globally without travel is key to addressing these concerns. Recent events have demonstrated not only the possibilities of engaging globally from one’s own institution, they have also facilitated new partnerships, audiences and experiences. Global-at-Home provides opportunities for students gain skills in intercultural communication and develop global perspectives all without having to jump on a plane.
This presentation highlights key considerations for Global-at-Home, showcasing the Global Learning Case Competition (GLCC) at the University of Toronto in partnership with Ashesi University in Ghana as a case study. The GLCC is an annual three-day case competition that brings together students from all over the world to think outside the box and propose innovative global learning solutions that address issues of inclusivity, reciprocity, and sustainability. This session focuses on various phases of developing a Global-at-Home concept based program, noting and discussing areas of reflection, opportunity and challenge.
Learning Objectives:
• Attendees will learn what key considerations are necessary in developing meaningful, inclusive and accessible global experiences without travel through Global-at-Home programming
• Attendees will be able to identify key audiences for Global-at-Home programming and how to engage these diverse sets of students
• Attendees will learn ways to leverage existing partnerships and utilize Global-at-Home to develop new partnerships
Target Audience:
Programming – TNE and Borderless Education, SDGs
Target Audience Level:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Presenter(s)
Heather Bruce
Learning Abroad Advisor & Manager
University of Toronto
Global-at-Home: Intentional and Inclusive Programming
Biography
Heather Bruce is the Learning Abroad Advisor & Manager of Global Classrooms, at the University of Toronto’s (U of T) Centre for International Experience. In her role, she engages with faculty members and supports them in bringing international experiential learning into their teaching.
Mrs Rosemary Buckman
Assistant Director International Programs
Ashesi University, Ghana
Global-at-Home: Intentional and Inclusive Programming
11:15 AM - 12:15 PMBiography
Rosemary Kotei-Buckman is the Assistant Director, International Programs at Ashesi University’s Office of Diversity and International Programs. She graduated from the University of Ghana with a Bachelor of Arts, and has worked at Ashesi University for over a decade, helping students find impactful cultural learning opportunities around the world.
Ms Mahvish Wesley
Director
University of Toronto
Global-at-Home: Intentional and Inclusive Programming
11:15 AM - 12:15 PMBiography
Mahvish Wesley is the Director of Learning and Safety Abroad (LSA) team at the University of Toronto. She leads the work on study, research, and experiential learning abroad for students across the University’s three campuses. The LSA work intersects with research, industry and innovation, and international partnerships within the University.
Chairperson
Mahvish Wesley
Director
University of Toronto
