An Experiential Learning Model to Assess Intercultural Proficiency
Friday, January 28, 2022 at 8:30 AM–10:30 AM MST
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Presentation Summary
This paper describes a curricular design for a 5th-semester Spanish course based on an experiential learning model, along with intercultural proficiency (IP) assessment methods and success criteria. Data collected over 4 semesters provides measurable evidence of success related to IP development and suggests extending this model to other courses.
Primary Presenter
Dr. Christine Coleman Nunez, PhD, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
State (if in the U.S.)
PA
Country
USA
Professional Biography
Christine Coleman Núñez is Associate Professor of Spanish at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Her recent research interests focus on curriculum and assessment to increase oral proficiency and intercultural competence in second language learners, including experiential learning approaches, backward curricular design, and program evaluation to inform curricular innovation.
Secondary Presenters
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