Info Sessions are online presentations providing an introduction to virtual exchange, the Stevens Initiative, and basic steps for getting involved in a program or starting a new one. This session, open to anyone but designed with MENA region audience members in mind, will address key virtual exchange elements, the “Design…

Virtual exchange is an innovative educational tool that advances curricular goals and makes youth more globally aware. Hear firsthand from educators and administrators how virtual exchange enhances middle and high-school classroom experiences. During this webinar, panelists will share their experience facilitating virtual exchange and will address some promising practices. Registration…

Info Sessions are online presentations providing an introduction to virtual exchange, the Stevens Initiative, and basic steps for getting involved in a program or starting a new one. This session, open to anyone but designed with US audience members in mind, will also briefly touch on the “Design with a…

The Virtual Exchange Academy will host representatives of higher education institutions, NGOs, and schools to discuss and learn more about virtual exchange principles and best-practices. It is followed by two virtual meetings; more information will be provided after registering for the workshop.

After participating in a virtual exchange program, young people are often inspired to learn more about new cultures and to gain new experiences. One way to continue a global education is to study abroad! In this webinar, the Stevens Initiative will help connect alumni to resources including programs, scholarships, and…

Qualitative program evaluation methods such as site visits, focus groups, and student reflections are all valuable ways to learn about what happens for facilitators and participants throughout virtual exchange programs. During this webinar, evaluators will share how they design evaluation approaches, and how they collect and analyze data. They will…

Virtual exchange can be an impactful opportunity for skills-building and to connect students from around the world. Virtual exchange is also versatile: it can be implemented across disciplines and in different ways depending on participant and partner needs. This two-part webinar series explored several approaches to virtual exchange in K-12…

Virtual exchange can be an impactful opportunity for skills-building and to connect students from around the world. Virtual exchange is also versatile: it can be implemented across disciplines and in different ways depending on participant and partner needs. This two-part webinar series explores several approaches to virtual exchange in K-12…

Virtual exchange positions young people for success by providing opportunities to gain knowledge, develop skills, and have meaningful experiences. The Stevens Initiative wants to help you share your success by sharing your story and connecting to new networks. This webinar focused on multiple ways to share your success by providing…

This Stevens Initiative webinar celebrated the launch of its first case study, Connecting Social Entrepreneurs: Promising Practices in Virtual Exchange. The case study focuses on the M2GATE Program, which is a virtual exchange implemented by the William Davidson Institute (WDI) at the University of Michigan that connected students in the…