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Earth Education International

Earth Education International. Costa Rica. Experiential Learning in Sustainable Global Stewardship. About Us. Earth Education International.

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Earth Education International

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  1. Earth Education International Costa Rica Experiential Learning in Sustainable Global Stewardship

  2. About Us Earth Education International Description: An experiential learning organization in Costa Rica providing interdisciplinary courses & programs in sustainability, environmental studies & social responsibility. We work in partnership with educational institutions globally, and support and promote sustainable initiatives locally. Offerings: • Summer/Winter courses: Deep Ecology & Sustainable Living • Spring semester: ‘Sustainable Global Stewardship’ • Various study tours Visiting Arenal Volcano

  3. Earth Education International Semester Course Offerings • Sustainability & Service-Learning [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit] • Environment & Conservation in the Tropics [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit] • Costa Rican Culture Immersion [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit] • Elementary --or-- Intermediate Spanish [3 units undergraduate credit] • Directed Study (approval required) [Optional 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit]

  4. Earth Education International General Info & Prerequisites • General Information: • Open to students from ANY campus • Suitable for ALL majors • No Spanish required • Undergraduate or graduate credit available • ‘Class’ time includes field study & volunteer work • Prerequisites: • Completed application by deadline • Minimum GPA of 2.5 • Completion of 15 semester credits (or prior approval) • Personal attributes for a safe & positive experience

  5. Earth Education International Academic Partners U.S. Partner CampusesHumboldt State University (CA) & SUNY-Fredonia (NY) Costa Rica Partner CampusUniversity of San José,San Ramón Campus Field study & volunteer work: (Costa Rica, Nicaragua) Government agencies, universities, local community projects, cooperatives, etc.

  6. Earth Education International Costa Rica San Ramón

  7. Earth Education International San Ramón Location: Western edge of Central Valley Population: Approx. 60,000 Elevation:1,000 mts. (3,500 ft.) above sea level Climate: Av. high 24°C/75°F, av. low 16°C/60°F Facilities: University ofSan José, San Ramón campus Housing: Homestay’s, walking distance to campus.

  8. Earth Education International Field Study • Possible Field Sites: • National Parks & other conservation areas • Agriculture & land use sites • Renewable energy projects • Sustainable businesses • Regional cultural sites • Local communities • Ecotourism facilities

  9. Earth Education International Sample Volunteer Work Options • Community conservation project • Community recycling center • Environmental education • Sustainable agriculture • Biological field station • Low income housing • Organic coffee farm • Social work

  10. Earth Education International Cultural Exchange The Homestay Experience Culture & Language Immersion

  11. Earth Education International Costs • Comprehensive program fee includes: • Personal & emergency support • Use of local university facilities • Field site & volunteer costs • Activities & cultural events • Medical/travel insurance • Lodging & most meals • Academic credit • Not Included: • International transport • Personal expenses

  12. Earth Education International Conclusion • Immersion in Latin culture & Spanish (no Spanish required) • Hands-on experience working on sustainable projects • One of the lowest-cost programs available anywhere • Academic credit toward your degree • Additional volunteer opportunities • Significant ‘class’ time in the field • Enhanced career opportunities • Extensive regional travel

  13. Earth Education International For More Information World Wide Web www.EarthEdIntl.org E-mail info@EarthEdIntl.org Phone U.S. Voice Mail: 1(805)229-1604 Costa Rica: (011)+506/8812-7766

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