One of the largest opportunities in a students career is the chance to study abroad. Whether that student is in highschool or college the benefits of studying abroad remain same, such as educational immersion, personal growth and career development. Nothing teaches students about other cultures, langauges or history of other lands in the way that immersion does. Immersion forces us to experience
. life in another land, to truly use the langauge, learn thier ways, it provides opportunities to see historic sites bringing past events to life for new visitors, and gives visitors a chance to attend cultural and traditional events. Studying abroad will encourage the personal growth of students, giving them a chance to explore themselves and the world around them with greater independence. While abroad students must rely on themselves, not familiar faces and places. The new environment helps them take full responsibility for their own wishes and needs. Classes taken while abroad will be tailored to suit their course of study so that going abroad does not hamper their progress back home. Seeing other parts of the world helps students gain a more global perspective by helping them develop respect for the traditions and beliefs of others, as well as educating them on the struggle and challenges faced by other nations. Time spent in study abroad is helpful on a resume, for perspective employers it reveals the important life experiences, and specialized skills of the perspective employees. When applying for a job overseas, or coordinating with overseas offices such experience can be the difference between employment and rejection. It also represents a wiliingness to take chances, seize opportunites and stand on their own. The global perspective developed in study abroad is invaluable among perspective employees of a number of fields such as government, business and missionary work. In short, the benefits of studying abroad are many and the disadvantages almost non-existant. The experiences found in studying abroad will influence students for the rest of thier lives. Global awareness, broadened perspectives, educational opportunities and more await students that take this opportunity. . More Reference Links: http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/considering-the-reasons-to-study-abroad.html https://www.clarku.net/offices/studyabroad/pdfs/IES%20Study.pdf
