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GEA 2952 Logistics

Workday and Canvas LMS

Purpose:


This procedure outlines the process for integrating the GEA 2952 course into short-term study abroad programs led by PBSC faculty. It establishes a clear framework for connecting a standard 3-credit academic course with a mandatory 1-credit experiential component delivered via Canvas, ensuring consistency and academic rigor across all modalities.

 

Procedure:

  1. Intent to Lead Process:
    • Faculty interested in leading a short-term study abroad program must complete the Intent to Lead Form.
    • Following submission, the professor will consult with the Program Director of Education Abroad for approval and guidance.
  2. Academic Course Selection:
    • The professor will select the academic course they wish to connect with their study abroad program.
    • Typically, the program lasts 7–12 days (1–2 weeks of experiential active engagement), equivalent to a 1-credit lab component taught alongside the standard 3-credit course.
    • For example, if Dr. Smith teaches HUS 1001 – Intro to Human Services, her study abroad program can directly integrate with all of her HUS 1001 section(s).
  3. Modalities and Enrollment:
    • All delivery modalities are supported, including Online, Live Online, On Campus, and Hybrid.
    • All students enrolled in the 3-credit academic course are automatically eligible for the study abroad program.
    • Additionally, students not enrolled in the 3-credit course but wishing to participate in the study abroad program must enroll in the assigned GEA 2952 course for that corresponding study abroad program.
  4. Course Components:
    • Workday Component:
      • The Office of International Education utilized the Workday system to manage the administrative aspects of the study abroad program. GEA 2952 Sections are scheduled by the Program Director of Education Abroad or the Departments Administrative Assistant
    • Canvas Component (GEA 2952):
      • A pre-templated GEA 2952 Canvas course is provided for the study abroad experience.
      • Using Dr. Smith’s HUS 1001 as an example, each of her HUS 1001 Canvas sections remains unchanged and continues as normally scheduled.
      • Regardless of enrollment in HUS 1001, all study abroad participants must enroll in the corresponding 1-credit GEA 2952 course for that semester.
  1. Consistency and Standardization:
    • There will be one section of GEA 2952 assigned per study abroad program. For instance, if there are four programs running during the summer, they will be designated as GEA2952-1, GEA2952-2, GEA2952-3, and GEA2952-4.
    • This standardized approach ensures a seamless integration between the academic course and the experiential study abroad component, fostering a comprehensive, multidisciplinary learning experience.

Conclusion:


This procedure ensures that short-term study abroad programs are uniformly integrated with PBSC’s academic offerings. Faculty have the flexibility to tailor supplementary content to their discipline while maintaining a consistent and streamlined framework through the GEA 2952 course. This integrated approach supports academic continuity and enhances the overall study abroad experience for all participants.