International Education Week (IEW), November 16 – 20, 2020 is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education promotes programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to learning experiences in the U.S.
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Global Learning Retreat
Call for applications:
2020 University of Utah Global Learning Retreat
Taft-Nicholson Center, Montana
Two sessions: Sept. 3—6 and Sept. 10—13
*** Postponed to 2022***
due to the Taft Nicholson Center remaining closed for the season.
The Office for Global Engagement coordinates an annual retreat for faculty, staff, and administrators in early fall semester at the University of Utah Taft Nicholson Center in Centennial Valley, Montana. The retreat includes a series of workshops, discussions, and networking focused on curricular revision or other academic and program revision to infuse global learning. The setting of the Taft Nicholson Center provides the ideal environment to focus on professional development and informal networking. Beyond the formal workshops and other professional development activities, participants have the opportunity to meet colleagues who are interested in integrating global learning into courses and programs, enjoy Red Rocks Wildlife Refuge, outdoor activities, and the peaceful setting of the Centennial Valley.
In 2020, there are two sessions: Sept. 3—6 and Sept. 10—13. These sessions are open to faculty, staff, and administrators from all Utah higher education institutions.
Global Learning Retreat application instructions
Facilitators
Agenda
Location and Contact
Session 1: Sept. 3—6
Director of Global Learning Initiatives, Florida International University
Session 2: Sept. 10—13
Executive Director of the Office of Global Learning Initiatives, Florida International University
Retreat co-coordinators
Associate Chief Global Officer, University of Utah
College of Nursing, University of Utah
SAMPLE AGENDA
Global Learning Retreat
Two sessions: Sept. 3—6 and Sept. 10—13
University of Utah Taft-Nicholson Center, Montana
Thursday, Sept. 3 | Departure from Enterprise Car Rental at 10:30 AM Arrival at TNC around 4:30 PM Walking tour of the Center, move into cabins/bunkhouse, get settled |
6:00 – 7:00 PM | Dinner |
7:15 – 7:45 | PM Orientation to TNC |
7:45 – 8:30 | PM Introductions, icebreaker activity, overview of agenda, discuss “assignment” of developing a Global Learning Outcome (GLO) by Sunday to present, and initial discussion of the book “Making Global Learning Universal” |
Friday, Sept. 4 | |
6:00 – 7:30 AM | Sunrise walk/hike/run |
8:00 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast |
9:00 - 10:15 AM | Workshop: What’s Global Learning (GL), and What Does It Look Like? Activity: GL Unit Case Studies/Intro to Backwards Curriculum Design |
10:45 – Noon | Workshop: What’s a “Good GL Problem?” Activity: Visual Thinking Strategy/Disciplinary Approaches to GL, Brainstorming Good GL Problems for Participants’ Courses |
12:15 – 1:15 PM | Sack lunch – Free time, informal discussions |
1:30 – 2:45 PM | Workshop: Designing Global Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
3:00 – 4:15 | Workshop: Aligning Global Learning Outcomes, Activities, and Assessments Activity: Card Game, AAC&U Rubrics |
4:30 - 6:00 PM | Optional Outdoor Activity (hike, canoe) or free time |
6:00 – 7:00 PM | Dinner |
7:00 – 9:00 PM | Work on own GLO, informal discussions |
Saturday, Sept. 5 | |
6:00 – 7:30 AM | Sunrise Walk/Hike/Run |
8:00 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast |
9:00 – 10:15 AM | Workshop: Making Connections: Solutions, Students, and the Syllabus Activity: Consequences Map |
10:45 – Noon | Workshop: What To Do When Things Go Badly: Leading Difficult Conversations |
12:15 – 1:15 PM | Sack lunch – Free time |
1:30 – 2:45 PM | Workshop: Putting It All Together: Outcomes, Assessments, Activities, & ContentActivity: Before/After Syllabus Comparison, Discussion review of GL Backwards Curriculum Design |
3:00 – 4:15 PM | Work Time |
4:30 – 6:00 PM | Optional Outdoor Activity (birding, hiking) or free time |
6:00 – 7:00 PM | Dinner |
7:15 – 8:00 PM | Retreat wrap-up |
Sunday, Sept. 6 | |
8:00 – 10:00 AM | Breakfast and presentations of GLOs |
Depart TNC at 10:30 AM
Arrive in SLC at 4:30 PM |
TAFT-NICHOLSON CENTER, MONTANA
The University of Utah's Taft-Nicholson Center is a unique education destination focused on engaging the humanities to deepen and enliven environmental study. In addition to offering powerful educational opportunities and experiences, it is also a perfect launching point for exploration of Montana's beautiful Centennial Valley and the surrounding region.
The Center is housed in historically significant buildings originally part of Lakeview, Montana. The Centennial Valley provides an unprecedented oasis for the soul in nature. Montana Natural Heritage Program has rated the Centennial Valley as one of the most significant natural landscapes in Montana, a tribute to its intact ecological systems, expansive wetlands, diverse native fauna and flora, and concentrations of rare species. Visitors to the Center have unparalleled opportunities to explore, study and create in a singular wilderness area with diverse ecosystems.
OFFICE FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT
For more information about the retreat please contact Dr. Sabine Klahr s.klahr@utah.edu 801-587-8888
Global Learning Forum
AIEA THEMATIC FORUM:
Global Learning in Utah Higher Education
This one-day forum is open to faculty and administrators
from Utah higher education institutions
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2020 | 8a.m. – 6:30p.m.
***This event is postponed due to travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 outbreak. The Forum will be re-scheduled as soon as we know that university travel restrictions have been lifted. Registered participants have been notified via email. If you have questions, please contact Madelyn Giron in the Office for Global Engagement at madelyn.giron@utah.edu or 801-587-8888.***.
The University of Utah will host a one-day Forum focused on curriculum innovation via global learning. The Forum is sponsored by the Association for International Education Administrators (AIEA) and will be co-facilitated by Dr. Sabine Klahr, Executive Director, Office for Global Engagement, and Associate Chief Global Officer at the University of Utah; Dr. Stephanie Doscher, Director of Global Learning Initiatives, at Florida International University; and Dr. Pamela Hardin, Associate Director for the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Utah.
The Forum will bring together senior international officers, higher education administrators, faculty, and staff from all ten higher education institutions in Utah to infuse global learning into curricula across the state. The workshops and sessions will enable Utah higher education institutions to develop a common understanding of global learning and promote the implementation of successful global learning strategies.
Agenda
Facilitators
Housing
Location & Contact
AIEA Thematic Forum: Global Learning in Utah Higher Education
Preliminary Agenda
University of Utah Guest House Conference Center
8:00 – 9:00 | Registration, light breakfast, and networking |
9:00 – 9:30 | Welcome and introduction to the Forum:
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9:30 – 11:30 |
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11:45 – 1:45 | Lunch (each table will have a topic to discuss to generate dialogue and encourage networking) |
1:15 – 3:15 | Breakout Sessions
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3:15 - 3:45 | Networking Break with Refreshments |
3:45 – 4:45 | Summary and Conclusion:
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4:45 – 6:30 | Closing Reception |
Director of Global Learning Initiatives at Florida International University
DR SABINE C. KLAHR
Associate Chief Global Officer & Executive Director for Learning Abroad
DR MELANIE AGNEW
Dean, School of Education at Westminster College
DR KAREN MARSH
Director, English for Academic Success
Director, Office of Research Integrity & ComplianceCo-Chair
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH GUEST HOUSE & CONFERENCE CENTER
The University Guest House is located on the University of Utah campus and is part of the Conference Center where the Forum will be held. You are welcome to reserve a room at the Guest House or select any other accommodation of your choice.
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH GUEST HOUSE &
CONFERENCE CENTER
110 South Fort Douglas Blvd.
Salt Lake City, UT 84113-5036
801-587-1000
OFFICE FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT
Madelyn Giron madelyn.giron@utah.edu
801-587-8888
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH GUEST HOUSE & CONFERENCE CENTER
110 South Fort Douglas Blvd.
Salt Lake City, UT 84113-5036
801-587-1000