A consideration or analysis of a topic or experience that has an academic basis but is also personal in nature. This is a common pedagogical method for courses on study abroad programs that examine cross-cultural issues. Through reflection, participants are asked to examine a particular cultural issue or practice in the host country and analyze it through their personal lens. Generally reflection is done through a journal or other piece of writing (also called reflective writing).
Featured News

Come Meet The Forum at NAFSA Booth 1027
Booth 1027, come say Hi! After a hugely successful Forum conference in Chicago, we are once again excited to attend #NAFSA22! There will be a team of six representing The…

Free 5/12 State Department Webinar on What Institutions Need to Know about the Updated Travel Advisories
Dear colleagues, The U.S. Department of State’s USA Study Abroad team is pleased to invite you to join a webinar with the State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs as part…

2022 Forum Council Candidates Announced
The Nominations Committee of The Forum Council is pleased to announce the following slate of candidates for the open positions in this year’s election: Joy Phaphouvaninh, Director, Illinois Abroad and…