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AFRICAN RESEARCH NEXUS
SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON AFRICAN RESEARCH
social sciences
U.S. Students Study Abroad in the Middle East/North Africa: Factors Influencing Growing Numbers
Journal of Studies in International Education, Volume 17, No. 4, Year 2013
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Description
The political events of the last decade and the Arab Spring have made it more important than ever for Americans to understand the language, culture, and history of the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) region. Study abroad is one important method that can significantly increase American students' understanding of the Arabic language and the culture of MENA. During the past decade, the number of U.S. undergraduate students in the MENA region has increased dramatically, but there is still a great need for growth and understanding in this area. This research analyzes data from a cross-sectional survey and focus groups of U.S. undergraduate study abroad students to investigate the motivations, attitudes, and aspects of human capital that influence study abroad destination choice. These findings provide insight for policy makers, faculty, and international educators who want to expand students' options for study abroad and for students who are considering whether this avenue is right for them. © 2012 Nuffic.
Authors & Co-Authors
Lane-Toomey, Cara K.
Egypt, New Cairo
American University in Cairo
Lane, Shannon R.
United States, Garden City
Adelphi University
Statistics
Citations: 18
Authors: 2
Affiliations: 2
Identifiers
Doi:
10.1177/1028315312447572
ISSN:
10283153
e-ISSN:
15527808
Research Areas
Health System And Policy
Study Design
Cross Sectional Study
Study Approach
Quantitative
Study Locations
Multi-countries