CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM
Experiential Learning
- Intensive programs, using English as the language of communication.
- Small-group approach in teaching (not more than 15 persons in a group)
- Students grouped according to education level and aptitude
- Instructors are professional, experienced and qualified to teach at the University level
- Visits to scenic locales and cultural facilities are part of the learning programs
- Students will be given the opportunity to provide feedback on their experiences during the study tour through face-to-face evaluation with the instructors
- The Student Guidance Team will lead small group sharing and reflection on the meaning of life and the students’ goals for the future
- Ratio of learning buddies (local university students) to participating students is 1:4
Learning Environment
- Students are provided with diversified experiential learning opportunities
- Students will better understand Canadian culture by meeting government officials, the elder and band members of a First Nation,local students and families
- Students will experience Canadian university life by staying at the University of Augustana residence
- Students can also enjoy the facilities at the Augustana Campus, such as the library, sports center, computer room, student center, etc.
Cultural Exchange Programs
- Meet with the Mayor of Camrose and/or city aldermen, and a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta
- Visit the Bethany Senior Home and serve as volunteers in the home
- Visit the local secondary school, and interact with local students
- Experience family life in Canada by visiting local families
- Visit and study at the Ukrainian Culture Heritage Village
- Attend a pow wow to understand more about the history of Canada’s First Nations people and to learn traditional dance and craft
- Attend the Canada Day celebrations
- Visit Drumheller and the Royal Tyrell Museum, which contains over 130,000 fossils
