Using International Content in an Introductory Human Geography Course

International Student Learning Outcomes

The process of internationalizing this course began by evaluating the ways in which the course met the institutional student learning outcomes for the institution. Internationalization of the curriculum at Georgia Gwinnett College for the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) was defined by the following Student Learning Outcomes, taken from the Georgia Gwinnett College Internationalization website (GGC 2017).

• 1.

  Describe and evaluate their own cultures in relation to history, values, politics, communication styles, economy, or beliefs and practices;

• 2.

  Describe and evaluate other cultures in relation to history, values, politics, communication styles, economy, or beliefs and practices;

• 3.

  Communicate effectively with persons from different cultures;

• 4.

  Demonstrate ability to interact effectively and productively in situations involving people from diverse cultural and national backgrounds;

• 5.

  Demonstrate the ability to apply intercultural knowledge to intercultural or global problems.