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What is Stevens Initiative

Chapter 16
Handbook of Research on Current Trends in Cybersecurity and Educational Technology
The legacy to former U.S. Ambassador to Libya, J. Christopher Stevens. Supports virtual exchange through grants and resources offering programs to youth in the MENA region to enhance job readiness and develop 21st Century skills.
Published in Chapter:
Virtual Exchange Experiences Energized by an Educational Technology Paradigm Shift
Patricia Szobonya (Rockland Community College, USA) and Catherine M. Roche (Rockland Community College, USA)
Copyright: © 2023 |Pages: 31
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-6092-4.ch016
Abstract
Asynchronous and synchronous modes of online communication utilizing a variety of technology applications provide students with opportunities to engage in both student-to-student and team discourse. Through experiential and project-based learning, students develop skills in digital literacy, virtual teamwork, empathy, and cross-cultural communication—all requisite 21st century skills for employment. The authors will showcase their virtual exchange collaborations utilizing the latest educational tech tools. Challenges, considerations, and opportunities inherent in developing and delivering virtual exchange projects plus student reflections will be shared. Teaching strategies that embrace a diversity, inclusion, equity, and social justice learning environment will be discussed.
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