虚拟全球体验

什么是虚拟全球体验?

虚拟全球体验 allow you to connect with the world and expand your skillset from wherever you are - no travel required! 而这些虚拟实习, 志愿者 , and academic experiences are a relatively new phenomenon due to travel restrictions relating to COVID-19, we anticipate that these types of programs will stick around even after the pandemic has passed. They provide access to 全球 learning and network building for you even when you cannot (or perhaps are not interested in) travel.

There are a variety of options for 虚拟全球体验, including programs and courses at newbb电子平台 and many of our 附属提供者 以及非附属供应商. Many of the provider experiences do not offer credit, but those that do will offer transfer credit that may fulfill requirements you have for your degree. 虚拟全球体验 may also be more flexible and available throughout the year.

• 资金 - During eligible terms AND if you are receiving credit, you may be able to access your 俄亥俄州 financial aid and scholarship package. NOTE: Most financial aid is NOT available for the summer. Some federal aid can be used/extended (ie. Pell Grants) and some 俄亥俄州 specific scholarships or stipends may be used if you are receiving credit. 你也可以申请 出国留学奖学金, which are open for students participating on 虚拟全球体验.
• 信贷 - Many experiences do not offer credit, but you may have the option to earn transfer credit through some third-party provider programs, 比如我们的 附属提供者. Transfer credit does not affect your GPA at newbb电子平台. newbb电子平台的一些课程, including Global COIL initiative courses, provide 全球 engagement while receiving 俄亥俄州 credit.
• 条款 -灵活的! Since these opportunities do not require you to travel, you may be able to find options year-round (summer, 秋季学期, 寒假, 春季学期, 或者在滚动的基础上).

Why should you do a Virtual Global 经验?

There are many different reasons you may want to choose a Virtual Global 经验, including: 

• They are more affordable than a typical study/intern/志愿者 away program. 项目起价低至1000美元. 
• Virtual experiences are a safe option while we manage the coronavirus pandemic around the world. 
• 课程是灵活的, allowing you to knock out degree requirements without worrying if the experience will be cancelled!  
• You can develop academic and professional relationships all over the world - jump start your network for future research or for your career, and get a sense of the location before traveling there in the future. 
• Take classes you are interested in that aren’t offered here at newbb电子平台, 比如哥斯达黎加的野猫, Mediterranean Diet: Fiction and Fact, and Current Topics of Human Rights in Films. 
• Gain a 全球 perspective from the comfort of your couch. You can build your inter-cultural skills even if you wouldn't normally be able to travel.  
• 经验 telecommuting in a professional environment. A handy skill to have as our work force changes and develops for the future.  
• No more FOMO - stay connected locally with friends and family, while exploring the world! 

What options are there for 虚拟全球体验?

There are many new options for 虚拟全球体验. These include Virtual 俄亥俄州信贷计划, 虚拟交流, 全球线圈课程, and virtual study abroad and internship opportunities through affiliated and non-affiliated third-party providers. We’ve outlined more information about these different options below. If you have questions or want to talk through your options, contact our office!

Virtual Global Coursework at newbb电子平台

You can find some newbb电子平台 courses taught right here at home that have virtual 全球 experiences tied into the framework of the course.

Some of these courses are a part of an initiative called Global “COIL” or Collaborative Online International Learning. 如果你参加了Global COIL课程, you’ll be able to work on a joint project in the subject matter of the course alongside faculty and students from around the globe. You will expand your 全球 network and gain practical experience working in an inter-cultural setting while gaining 俄亥俄州 credits. 当前全球线圈课程列表 newbb电子平台.

Virtual Third-Party 提供者 项目

We've curated a short list of 虚拟全球体验 offered by third-party providers. 访问 the online/virtual sections of GoOverseas.com or GoAbroad.com 更多的.

How to participate in a Virtual Global 经验

给n that there are many variations within 虚拟全球体验, please contact the 全球机遇办公室.