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Date Posted: 07:09:12 04/05/11 Tue
Author: Caroline
Subject: Introduction - Task - Process

Hello everyone,

I put the suggestions of everybody together and that's what it became:

Introduction

Who haven’t ever thought about the possibility of spending a whole year abroad; studying and living English?
How amazing it can be!!!…
It certainly will be one of the most rewarding experiences in someone’s lifetime.
Besides the great opportunity of learning the language itself, it will provide the unique experience of living another culture, and nothing can be more profitable. It is a very effective way of developing self-awareness by observing closely other values, beliefs, perceptions etc.
It also ensures the possibility to make friends from all over the world allowing one expands his/her worldview.
Furthermore, studying abroad enhances employment opportunities which are of great value for those who want to develop professional skills.
So, now it is your turn to embark in this adventure and trace yourself an unforgettable experience. Let’s stick together and make this dream come true!!!

Task

Your group will present, at a cultural fair by the end of May, an abroad English course program.
This course must take place in England, United States, Canada or Australia. And it cannot last more than a year or less than 09 months.
So, your group will provide all details necessary for a good and prosperous trip.
The school chosen must be a well-established language school based in central area.
It is crucial to provide all information necessary about student’s support like: accommodation, social activities, visas, part-time job, placement tests, airport transfer, and means of transportation, among others.
After having researched on the internet and finished your course program, your group will make a PowerPoint presentation in which you’re going to show the destination of your trip and the advantages of travelling to this place.

Process

Step 1
You are going to form 4 groups. All groups will research about English courses in different countries. Each group must have at least 5 people. Click here, to list the people in your group. It is going to be sent by email what the number of your group is; for this, don’t forget to mention each person’s email address. Once you have divided the responsibilities, begin the research and work on planning your study.
Your group will present, at a cultural fair by the end of May, an abroad English course program.
This course must take place in England, United States, Canada or Australia. And it cannot last more than a year or less than 09 months.
So, your group will provide all details necessary for a good and prosperous trip.
The school chosen must be a well-established language school based in central area.


Group 1: Your research will be in England; find out about schools in
London, Oxford and Birmingham. Choose one to work with.

Group 2: Your research will be in the USA; find out about schools in New
York, Los Angeles and Kansas. Choose one to work with.

Group 3: Your research will be in Australia; find out about schools in
Sidney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Choose one to work with.

Group 4: Your research will be in Canada; find out about schools in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver and Winnipeg. Choose one to work with.

Step 2
Learn more about studying abroad. Visit the following links. Then, write a position paper talking about this subject. To send your position paper, click here.
Choosing a program
Study abroad myths
Study abroad statistics
Why study abroad?
Top 10 destinations abroad
Study abroad grants
Books, articles, and links
Year of Study Abroad
More ...
http://www.gseabroad.com/pb_ss_studyabroad.aspx

Step 3

Do a research about:

Accommodation (where to stay, family homes, students home, hostels).
Remember that it’s a language course!!!
Use the following links to help you:
http://www.expo-studyabroad.com/pt/
http://www.stb.com.br/servicos-para-viagem/acomodacao-hoteis-albergues.aspx
http://www.francesking.co.uk/accommodation/default.aspx
http://www.timeout.estadao.com.br/inglaterra_londres_ficar_introducao
http://worldtravelguide.skoosh.com/?partner=wtg
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/publications/studyabroadmagazine/2007Spring/best_study_abroad_housing_arrangements.shtml
http://www.studiesinaustralia.com/studying-in-australia/accommodation
http://www.kingston.ac.uk/accommodation/

Step 4
Do a research about:
Documents: Visa (what is the procedure to get a visa, how long students can stay with a student visa) and passport.
Use the following links to help you:
http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1268.html (U.S.A)
http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html (U.S.A)
http://studyuk.learnhub.com/lesson/10490-uk-student-visa-getting-the-visa (England)
http://studycanada.learnhub.com/ (Canada)
http://www.immi.gov.au/students/ (Australia)
http://www.expo-studyabroad.com/pt/vistos.asp (Geral)
http://www.studyabroad.com/pages/sitecontent/marketplace_traveldoc.aspx (Geral)
http://www.gseabroad.com/_coreModules/content/blockDisplay.aspx?pageBlockCode=ss_infocenter#passport (Geral)
http://www.stb.com.br/servicos-para-viagem/documentos-e-vistos.aspx (Geral)
http://www.studiesinaustralia.com/studying-in-australia/student-visas (Australia)
Step 5
Do a research about:
Cost of living (approximately cost of staying in a country for a month).
Use the following links to help you:
http://www.studyabroad.com/pages/sitecontent/marketplace_finaid.aspx
http://www.gseabroad.com/_coreModules/content/blockDisplay.aspx?pageBlockCode=ss_infocenter#financialaid
http://www.stb.com.br/servicos-para-viagem/simulador-financeiro-viagem.aspx
http://www.francesking.co.uk/prices/default.aspx (Inglaterra)
http://touristguide.com/contents/en-us/d21.html (U.S.A)
http://www.studiesinaustralia.com/studying-in-australia/study-costs (Austrália)
http://www.kingston.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/ (Inglaterra)
http://www.studycanada.ca/malaysia/costs.htm (Canada)
http://www.cpiconsult.com/cen/studycost.html (Canada)
http://www.studyabroaduniversities.com/Cost-of-Study-and-Living-in-Canada.aspx
http://www.studyabroaduniversities.com/Cost-of-Study.aspx

Step 6
Do a research about:
Health Insurance.
Use the following links to help you:
http://www.gseabroad.com/_coreModules/content/blockDisplay.aspx?pageBlockCode=ss_infocenter#insurance

http://www.expo-studyabroad.com/pt/seguros.asp
http://www.studyabroad.com/pages/sitecontent/marketplace_insurance.aspx
http://www.gseabroad.com/_coreModules/content/blockDisplay.aspx?pageBlockCode=ss_infocenter#healthsafety
http://www.stb.com.br/servicos-para-viagem/seguro-viagem.aspx
http://touristguide.com/contents/en-us/d45.html (U.S.A)

Step 7
Do a research about:
Attractions.
Use the following links to help you:
http://www.francesking.co.uk/freetime/default.aspx (Inglaterra)
http://www.timeout.estadao.com.br/inglaterra_londres_passeio_introducao (Inglaterra)
http://www.partner.viator.com/en/7960/ (Geral)
http://www.studiesinaustralia.com/studying-in-australia/australias-regions (Austrália)
http://www.mytravelguide.com/attractions/cnattractions-202901-Canada_attractions.html (Canada)


Step 8
Do a research about:
Tickets, transportation, etc.
Use the following links to help you:
http://www.stb.com.br/servicos-para-viagem/passagem-aerea.aspx (Geral)
http://www.expo-studyabroad.com/pt/PassesTrem.asp (Geral)
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/flights (Geral)
http://touristguide.com/contents/en-us/d19.html (U.S.A)
http://www.stb.com.br/servicos-para-viagem/aluguel-de-carro.aspx (Geral)


Step 9
Do a research about:
Jobs.
Use the following links to help you:
http://www.immi.gov.au/employers/ (Australia)
http://admissionsjobs.org/s/find-admissions-study-abroad-jobs-in-usa (U.S.A)
http://www.simplyhired.com/a/jobs/list/q-study+abroad (Geral)
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/work/shortterm/summer_jobs_abroad.shtml (Geral)
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/work/internships/articles/studentworkoverview.shtml

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