A Parent Guide to Study Abroad

A Parent Guide to Study Abroad by Stacie Nevadomski Berdan. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780872063778.

Published by the Institute of International Education and the AIFS Foundation, this companion guide to A Student Guide to Study Abroad contains critical information parents need to inform themselves and to support their high school or college student as he or she navigates the study abroad experience. Todays graduates need a global mindset and international experience to compete for jobs. Studying abroad equips students with real-life, hands-on skills that no classroom can match, while opening up a world of personal and professional opportunities. As a parent, you can champion study abroad as an essential component of your child s education. In this guide, packed with practical information written specifically for parents, the authors make a strong case for the importance of parental involvement that can influence and shape a successful cross-cultural experience.