EHS Sample Programs

Comparing U.S. and European Schools

Comparing U.S. and European School Systems is a course that provides Miami Global or Capstone credit, but not both.

This course provides a unique opportunity for undergraduates who are planning to enter the teaching profession or are interested in comparative education.

Students will participate in lectures and discussions about U.S. and European culture and educational systems, conduct personal observations of European classrooms, and collaboration with European pre-service teachers.

This course takes place in Austria, Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland. Students will actively engage professionally and personally with European students and educators.

Want to learn more?

Contact Prof. Lena Lee or Tom Misco for more information.

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ELL Summer Camp in Luxembourg (MUDEC)

This non-credit-bearing study abroad course, MUDEC ELL Summer Camp, consists of 2 one-week camps taught by Miami University students to a group of 30-50 Luxembourg primary and middle school students.

The camp's primary purpose will be to engage students enrolled in the International School of Differdange and Esch to improve their English language skills while engaged in a series of theme-based interactive activities directed by a small group of Miami University students.

Each week-long camp (1 each for a different age group) will last 5 days and will include activities connected to a weekly theme (e.g., The American Experience). The Friday afternoon of each week will involve a culminating presentation to family members and the Differdange community of the activities and content learned during the week.

Want to learn more?

Contact Robin Schell for more information.

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Health in The Gambia

Credits

KNH 402 and 453 or 699 (6 credits) Fulfills Global or Capstone Requirement. Open to all majors.

Experiences

Students will:

• Experience first-hand many perspectives of health in a developing country.
• Consider how healthcare is delivered when resources are scarce.
• Understand context surrounding the complexity of health care in a poor country with both acute and chronic health care needs.
• Engage with learners from different countries (many health care providers are from different countries in Africa as well as different countries around the world).
• Reflect on their initial expectations and what may surprise them about health in The Gambia.
• Visit Health Professionals at:
  • The World Health Organization (WHO)
  • National Nutrition Agency
  • Medical Research Clinic
  • Francis Small Hospital in Banjul
  • Kaiaf Health Clinic
  • Eye and Dental Clinics
  • Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
  • John’s School for the Deaf
  • Peace Corps
  • Bundung Hospital for Women, Infants and Children

 Excursions

• Overnight at a nature reserve.
• Boat ride on Gambia River to Juffreh, home of Kunta Kinte

Want to learn more?

Contact Helaine Alessio for more information.

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Intensive Italian Language and Early Childhood Education

This program, held in the beautiful city of Reggio Emilia, offers you the opportunity to study the Italian language and Early Childhood Education in Italy under ideal conditions, plus the opportunity to experience Italian culture in the most natural way.

Want to learn more?

Contact Andrea Righi, Associate Professor of Italian, or Scott Sander for more information.

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The Land of Fire and Ice

Term

This program is offered during Spring Break.

Credit Program Information

Students will choose between a 3-credit program with travel from and a 6-credit program.

Undergraduates participating in the 3-credit program can take KNH 499Q or KNH 402.

Undergraduates participating in the 6-credit program must take KNH 453V and either KNH 402 or KNH 499Q.

Graduates participating in the 3-credit program take KNH 553V.

There is no 6-credit hour option for graduate students.

Credits

KNH 402 Health and Human Culture (3 credits)

KNH 499Q Life in Iceland (3 credits)

KNH 453V Perspectives of Health and Human Culture (3 credits)

KNH 553V Perspectives of Health and Human Culture (3 credits)

Want to learn more?

For more information, visit the Education Abroad Programs page.

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The Management and Culture of English Soccer

Term

This program is offered during Spring Break.

Program Information

For the 3-credit course, students will travel to London over spring break to examine the management of soccer in British society. Students will be given the opportunity for first-hand experience in, and a thorough understanding of, the rapidly expanding global sport marketplace.

While in London, students are fully immersed in the global and local complexities and relations of the UK soccer industry through:

• Formal lectures delivered scholars from U.K. universities in the field of global soccer culture, management, marketing, and media.
• Meetings with executives who outline the workings of the UK soccer industry.
• Field visits to globally prominent UK soccer enterprises and facilities.
• Participating in physical cultural experiences and social sport competitions.
• Attending live sport and entertainment events.

Want to learn more?

Contact Adam Beissel for more information.

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Trek Hidden Costa Rica

Term

This program is offered during the Winter Term.

Credits

EDL 281 Outdoor Leadership (3 credit hours)

Program Information

This course is unique in its ability to provide students with rigorous and holistic learning.

The course encourages student development of:

The three foundations of outdoor leadership:

• technical skills
• judgement and decision-making skills
• interpersonal skills through outdoor adventure experiences.

Intercultural learning through interactions with native Costa Ricans via homestays and other planned activities.

Intrapersonal growth through ongoing and guided reflection and debriefing.

Want to learn more?

For more information, visit the Education Abroad Programs page.

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