HISTORY OF A SUSTAINED AND SUCCESSFUL MODEL OF INTERNATIONAL GERONTOLOGICAL EDUCATION
2024
Successful International Gerontological Education Program
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Author Information
Author(s): Zarit Steven
Primary Institution: The Pennsylvania State University
Conclusion
The success of the study abroad program is attributed to strong faculty relationships and established partnerships with local care facilities in Sweden.
Supporting Evidence
- The program has been ongoing since 1995.
- Faculty relationships were established prior to the program's development.
- Students visited various programs serving older people in Sweden.
Takeaway
To have a good study abroad program, it's important for teachers to work well together and have good friends in the country where students will visit.
Methodology
The program involved visits to care facilities in Sweden to learn about care organization and delivery.
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