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Study Abroad That Strengthens Your Classroom: CIEE’s 2025 Outcomes
As world language educators, you know better than anyone how language learning opens doors, expands horizons, and fosters global citizenship. This past summer, CIEE’s Language & Culture programs didn’t just... keep reading
Inside Jokes, Outside Comfort Zones: A Glimpse into CIEE Rome’s Language & Culture Program
This blog was written by Lauren Fosnight, the World Language Curriculum Editor for CIEE's High School Summer Abroad programs. Using Music to Bring Students Together During my visit to CIEE's... keep reading
CIEE's First French Immersion Teacher Site Visit in Rennes
This blog was written by Karen Haller Beer, the Managing Editor for the HSSA World Language Curriculum. When I learned that I was going to have the opportunity to co-host... keep reading
A Summer of Science, Service, and Self-Discovery in Lisbon
The following blog was written by Matt Redman , Vice President of High School Programs at CIEE, who has been with the organization since 2009. This summer, I had the... keep reading
What High School Teachers Can Gain from Visiting a CIEE Summer Abroad Program
You’re no doubt familiar with the numerous benefits that study abroad provides students, but did you know that high school teachers also have a lot to gain from study abroad... keep reading
10 Tips to Be Everyone's Favorite Program Leader
Leading a group of high school students on a teen summer travel program with CIEE is an unforgettable adventure where you can become a skilled travel guide, compassionate mentor and... keep reading
4 Simple Tips for Getting a Great Teacher Recommendation
Many study abroad programs require a recommendation from a teacher as a part of the application process. Depending on the program, this can sometimes mean having a teacher just answer... keep reading
The Impact of CIEE 2024 High School Summer Abroad on Language Proficiency
Read all about how CIEE’s 2024 Language & Culture programs helped students earn the Global Seal of Biliteracy, earn college credit, and improve language skills in just four weeks.
How High School Teachers Can Benefit from Study Abroad
High school study abroad is an enriching academic adventure that allows students to broaden their horizons and experience cultural immersion at a young age, instilling in them globalized skills for... keep reading
How to Write About Your High School Study Abroad Experience on College Applications
Your high school study abroad experience is an excellent way to stand out among other college applicants! Check out this blog to learn how to write about it effectively on your college app!
Exploring Aerospace Engineering in Toulouse, France
Toulouse, France is often called the aerospace capital or “Space City” of Europe, and for good reason. Home to major aerospace companies like Airbus and renowned research institutions, this city... keep reading
Classroom Experience: A Springboard to Proficiency Growth with CIEE
The Language and Culture Program with CIEE kicked off its second session on July 30, 2024. The overall goal of the program is for students to develop proficiency in the... keep reading
Learning Beyond the Four Walls
This blog post explores the meaning of study abroad and gives examples of student work so far in the program!
Magic Beyond The Comfort Zone: Forging Interpersonal and Intercultural Connections
“Koketsu ni irizunba koji wo ezu” is a Japanese proverb that loosely translates as “nothing ventured, nothing gained” and it adequately reflects the experiences of our scholars in week two... keep reading
Recap of the first week by student Alex Conlon
The first week of Climate Change Mitigation Program Session 1 is almost over. It has been a week full of knowledge about our surroundings, our carbon footprints, climate change, an... keep reading