Friday, March 28, 2014

Get Moving and Get Global

So grateful to our First Lady Michelle Obama for the strong support of global education during her visit to China. Here's what she said at Peking University:  

"Studying abroad isn’t just a fun way to spend a semester; it is quickly becoming the key to success in our global economy. Because getting ahead in today’s workplaces isn’t just about getting good grades or test scores in school, which are important. It’s also about having real experience with the world beyond your borders -- experience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own." 
 
You can watch the video of the First Lady's talk here. And let me ask you--when will "global education" finally be just "education"?

Linked to the My Global Life Link Up at SmallPlanetStudio.com

5 comments:

  1. Absolutely agree! Has Duke joined IIE's Generation Study Abroad initiative? The more we all work together, the better! http://stacieberdan.com/2014/03/04/what-will-it-take-to-increase-study-abroad/

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    1. Duke has a very active and committed study abroad initiative, as does UNC-Chapel Hill. In my role, I support K-12 and community college teachers. They're on board for study abroad, and hopefully their enthusiasm and experience will inspire their students to explore the world!

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  2. First timer in the #MyGlobalLife LinkUp and already I feel at home. Love your tagline '...Times are tough. Teachers are tougher.'

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    1. I love the linkup! Thanks for your kind words. It's a privilege to work with teachers as I have, and they're stronger than strong!

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  3. It's SO encouraging to see the First Lady promote study abroad, especially as more than just a fun way to spend a semester. Thanks for joining the #MyGlobalLife #LinkUp!

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