Academics
National and Global Education
Costa Rica
Perfect for Spanish students of all abilities, this program will allow you to learn Spanish from native speakers in a small group. Practice Spanish with fellow students and live with a welcoming host family that will introduce you to the warm Tico culture. Outside of the classroom, participate in some of the heart-pounding adventure activities that make Costa Rica famous, including zip lining, hiking, and kayaking. Also, you will be working with locals in community projects to enrich your cultural understanding by connecting you through service.
Main Objectives
Three components of the cultural awareness and language immersion
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- Demonstrate awareness of cultural values and their impact as students work with others in a community
- Demonstrate awareness of diversity with a focus on the Costa Rican population
- Communicate appropriately and effectively in thee target language with diverse individuals and groups
- Demonstrate an increased capacity to appreciate the natural environment and biodiversity
Three components of the cultural awareness and language immersion
- Community service
- Spanish immersion
- Biodiversity/Ecotoursim education
Shaker Heights Campus JUNIOR K – GRADE 8
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