■ MAKE CONTENT MORE ACCESSIBLE: • Provide some free, shareable programming • New version of the
“I do think that there’s an opportunity now, with the new version of the standards, to reach out to certain types of institutions and maybe even some organizations to be sure that they’re aware of the new standards. And perhaps provide some training or education so that they understand now that all of those previous concerns have been addressed.” - Tracey
standards are now attainable for some
types of institutions and organizations (potential new members)
■ EXPAND TARGET
“So far the Forum is still very much centered on higher education, but I think the sooner you begin the international education, the better.” - Thomas
BEYOND COLLEGE AGE STUDENTS: • Organize education abroad and other internationalization initiatives for pre-university levels and kids • Expand target of those interested in education abroad (serve non- traditional students, retirees, etc.) • Include gap year in Forum focus
■ PARTNERSHIPS:
“I do think there’s an opportunity now, to catch up for the visual look and feel of the forum, the website, and the communication stuff.” – John
• Solidifying partnerships • International partnerships
■ MISC: • Provide business support for businesses/consultants in the field • Solidify/Improve the work that the Forum is already doing with college age students • Opportunity for organizations to centralize through the Forum • Opportunity for Forum to engage staff at institutions outside of the study abroad office • Improve branding
THE FORUM ON EDUCATION ABROAD // SOAR WHITEPAPER
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