CULTURE SHOCK ABROAD
Branching Scenario based eLearning
E-learning module for students who are preparing to embark on their study abroad program that educates them about the four stages of culture shock, it’s varying severity levels, possible outcomes and coping/resolution strategies.
project scope
Audience
University of Minnesota students who have filled out an initial intake form at the Learning Abroad Center and are considering, or actively preparing for their study abroad experience.
Responsibilities
Learning Experience Design, Graphic Design, Storyboarding, Prototyping, eLearning development.
Tools
Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro & Audition, Midjourney, Elevenlabs.
Outcomes
In post interviews and surveys students who completed the module indicated an increased awareness and clearer expectations of what they will face abroad. Their pre-departure stress and anxiety levels showed a reduction from high-mid to moderate or low.
advising for
academic fit
Branching Scenario based eLearning
Training for newly hired Learning Abroad Center advisers to shorten their onboarding time and make them more efficient at handling students and guiding them correctly towards making the right study abroad program choice.
project scope
Audience
University of Minnesota Learning Abroad Center’s newly hired advisers going through the final stages of their onboarding process.
Responsibilities
Learning Experience Design, Graphic Design, Storyboarding, Prototyping, eLearning development.
Tools
Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro & Audition, Midjourney, Elevenlabs.
Outcomes
Newly hired advisers reported feeling much less stressed about meeting and advising students in-person for the first time as well as a deeper understanding of advising best practices and what they can improve.