Due to COVID 19, students all over the world have not been able to travel abroad and may not be able to for some time. In an effort to bring the world to our students and to facilitate the internationalization effort at ATU, the Study Abroad Office has helped ATU faculty members, faculty members at partner universities, and specialists abroad come together for a variety of virtual collaborations. These include guest lectures, collaborative webinars, interactive workshops, and cooperative curricular/co-curricular activities among students.
We are grateful to the faculty members from every college at ATU who have committed to be part of this exciting international experience for our students. Below are the collaborations for 2023:
Comparing K-12 School Experiences from Around the World
Hari Krishna Patcharu Dr. Theresa Cullen
Dr. Theresa Cullen, College of Education and Health, Department of Curriculum & Instruction, has organized this international lecture series on K-12 education with educators from across the world.
Lecture Four: Ilavaram, India
Hari Krishna Patcharu is an English teacher in a public school in Ilavaram, India. He has completed 15 years of service. He is always exploring different ways to teach innovatively. He provides opportunities for his students to think creatively. By teaching students to be innovative problem solvers it allows them to become global citizens. His students connect with many different teachers and students from all over the globe virtually to improve their English and develop strong communication skills. His students also exchange pen pal letters with students from 12 other countries. His goal is to work diligently for the betterment of his students.
Date: January 26th, 2023 at 9 A.M.
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Comparing K-12 School Experiences from Around the World
Pavlina Checcacci Tina Blasi Dr. Theresa Cullen
Dr. Theresa Cullen, College of Education and Health, Department of Curriculum & Instruction, has organized this international lecture series on K-12 education with educators from across the world.
Lecture Five: Italy
Tina Blasi is a primary school teacher of children aged six to ten. After receiving her qualification, she has worked in public and private schools since. She has deep knowledge of the Italian educational system and has always been interested in implementing new educational methods.
Pavlina Checcacci is an English language and Clil teacher who graduated from Charles University in Prague, majoring in Pedagogy (Education). After spending many years abroad, she moved to Italy, where she teaches English to primary school children and prepares them for Cambridge English certificate tests of various levels.
Date: March 7th, 2023 at 10 a.m.
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