Support for global virtual learning at Drake

Global virtual learning can be generally defined as technology-supported, people-to-people dialogues and collaboration sustained over a period of time. If you’re interested in adding global virtual learning to your course or program, Global Engagement has support and resources available for faculty and staff.

Global Virtual Learning Faculty Fellow
Dr. Alanah Mitchell, associate professor and chair of information management and business analytics in the College of Business and Public Administration, is serving as Drake’s inaugural Global Virtual Learning Faculty Fellow. This new fellowship program is sponsored by the Principal Center for Global Citizenship. It is designed to facilitate and support the development of global virtual learning experiences within the Drake community.

If you are considering or already planning to offer a global virtual collaboration project in your course or program, or looking to brainstorm or ask questions about virtual learning activities (including partner identification, assignment design, technology choice, reflection activities, or assessment), contact alanah.mitchell@drake.edu.

Global Enhancement Grant
This grant program was developed to support Drake faculty and staff in bringing virtual global enhancement to their existing courses and programs. Examples may include (but are not limited to):

  • Inviting a guest speaker or panel to present virtually on a specific topic
  • Facilitating a virtual tour to complement coursework
  • Developing a module or project to connect virtually with students in another part of the world

Assistance is available through Global Engagement to connect Drake faculty and staff with provider organizations and global partner institutions that can serve as resources for potential projects. Learn more on our website or contact Annique Kiel for more information: annique.kiel@drake.edu.

Current Opportunities in Mexico and Malaysia
There are currently open opportunities for Drake faculty to to engage virtually with partner institutions in Mexico (Tecnológico de Monterrey) and Malaysia (Taylor’s University). This may include one-off virtual guest lectures (fall or spring), sustained course-to-course engagement (Spring only), or a combination of the two. Fill out this Qualtrics form to notify us of your interest.

—Hannah Sappenfield, Global Partnerships Coordinator