Many educational leaders are concerned that students will not achieve the same intercultural competencies in a short-term study abroad program as they would in a semester or full-year program.
http://www.merrimack.edu/live/files/556-short-term-study-abroadpptx
CELLULAR PHONE. : 1  Turn your cellular phone OFF before you get on the plane. 2  You can turn the phone on again once you arrive to your destination. : 3  It is important to leave your phone OFF if you do not want to be charged over $1.00 for every voicemail that is left for you.
http://valenciacollege.edu/international/studyabroad/students/shorttermprograms.cfm
In an effort to increase access to study abroad, higher education institutions and study abroad providers have developed programs of various durations: Short-term (Less than 8 weeks). Mid-length (semester). Long-term (full-year).
http://www.merrimack.edu/live/files/556-short-term-study-abroadpptx
Our short-term study abroad programs are created with Valencia students in mind, and are designed to fit into your work and family schedules, as well as provide an enriching, immersive learning experience. Specific program information on each course can be found on its program webpage.
http://valenciacollege.edu/international/studyabroad/students/shorttermprograms.cfm
Full-time, Valencia students who are eligible for Financial Aid can use these funds for study abroad programs that award academic credit and grades counted towards your cumulative GPA for study. Eligibility is determined by the type of study abroad program you attend, as well as the type of financial aid you receive.
http://valenciacollege.edu/international/studyabroad/students/shorttermprograms.cfm
Learning a Language Abroad. Learning a language is perhaps the main reason most students go abroad, and while there are certainly countless short-term programs to do so, a longer stay will allow for more substantial immersion.
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/study/articles/study-abroad-short-or-long-term.shtml
“Short” versus “long-term” is relative. For one student, “short” may mean a 2-week summer program, while for another it means “only” a semester abroad, as opposed to a whole year. There is also the option of doing your entire undergraduate or graduate degree abroad.
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/study/articles/study-abroad-short-or-long-term.shtml
Thank you for coming to this session and for your interest in short-term study abroad programs. Some of you are beginning to think about study abroad and how such programs might be of benefit to the students in your department, but may still be on the fence about developing a program. In this session, I will provide information and perspectives about the potential role of study abroad in the college experience.
http://www.merrimack.edu/live/files/556-short-term-study-abroadpptx
Whether or not “short” means a summer or a single semester to you, going abroad for a limited time has its benefits and drawbacks. In general, keeping it short is a good option for first-timers. Going abroad always carries with it inherent challenges, whether it be culture shock, homesickness, or merely jet lag for the first couple of days.
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/study/articles/study-abroad-short-or-long-term.shtml
1 Please note that all orientations are mandatory, and you will be asked to fill out and sign the Study Abroad Forms. 2  All short-term programs will include medical-trip insurance with CMI/MedEx. 3  Semester students will have to purchase insurance on their own. 4  Please familiarize yourself with the coverage policy details.
http://valenciacollege.edu/international/studyabroad/students/shorttermprograms.cfm
what is a short term study abroad
Short-term study abroad programs are created with Valencia students in mind, and are designed to fit into your work and family schedules, as well as provide an enriching, immersive learning experience.