Effects of Program Features and Individual Attributes on Intercultural Learning in Short-Term Study Abroad Programs

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Abstract

This study examines the impact of features of short-term study abroad programs and characteristics of individual participants on their intercultural learning. We use multilevel modeling to identify program features (e.g., formal program activities) and individual characteristics (e.g., socio-demographic characteristics, level of engagement in program activities) that affect students’ intercultural learning (e.g., cultural knowledge, interaction competence, personal beliefs, values, and self-identity).

Authors

• Hee Sun Kim, University of Michigan

• Janet H. Lawrence, University of Michigan