As the plane descended into Turkey, excitement brewed among us. This wasn’t just a trip; it was an exploration of [ … ]
Category: FieldTrips
For several reasons, we have always considered international field trips vital for students. These can include:
1. To give exposure to different cultures and ways of life: to provide students with the opportunity to learn about and experience different cultures by being physically in the place. DEN believes this broadens their understanding of the world and helps them develop a more global perspective.
2. An international field trip can be an excellent opportunity to practice communication skills with colleagues with whom they must spend several days in a real-world setting.
3. It allows students to learn about different industries and career paths they may not have been exposed to before. This will help them to explore potential career options and gain valuable professional experience.
4. An international field trip can be a challenging but rewarding experience that helps students to grow personally and gain confidence. It can be an excellent way for students to learn more about themselves and their capabilities.
We have employed different methods: synchronous and asynchronous online learning, with students collaborating and with a member of staff through techniques of co-mentoring and co-creation.
Exploring the Crossroads of Civilizations: Reflections on Istanbul, Türkiye
Returning from a four-day field trip to Istanbul, Türkiye, my first visit to this vibrant and historic city, I find [ … ]
Different Countries, the Same Reality
Just when I thought nothing could surprise me anymore, my visit to Turkey proved otherwise. From the moment I arrived [ … ]
Academic Insights and Cultural Encounters: A Student’s Journey through Istanbul
An academic trip to Istanbul provides a priceless chance to enhance my knowledge of Middle Eastern politics and development. With [ … ]
Between East and West: Understanding Turkey’s Role in Middle Eastern Politics
As part of my ‘Development and Politics in the Middle East’ module, I eagerly look forward to participating in an [ … ]
Returning to Istanbul: New Perspectives
As a Romanian, my understanding of the Middle East, particularly Turkey, and my engagement with the culture and traditions are [ … ]
Returning to Turkey: What Else Can Be Discovered
As a born and raised Romanian, and an experience I am sure most other people who wereraised in Romania can [ … ]
My perceptions and expectations of the field trip to Istanbul, Türkiye
As I prepare for the upcoming university field trip to Istanbul—my first visit to a city renowned for its rich [ … ]
Beyond Theory: Exploring Turkey
I have always believed that context shapes our understanding of reality. Unfortunately, this is something we often overlook when consuming [ … ]
At the Crossroads of Continents: Istanbul’s Role in Geopolitical Learning
An academic trip to Istanbul provides a priceless chance to enhance my knowledge of Middle Eastern politics and development. With [ … ]
Understanding the Middle East Through Istanbul
My passion for history and geography, which began during my school years, is what inspired me to pursue this course [ … ]
Beyond the Classroom: Investigating Middle Eastern Dynamics in Istanbul
The field trip to Istanbul presents a unique opportunity to deepen my understanding of the Politics and Development in the [ … ]