Travels Abroad through Simulated and Slow Learning

Travels Abroad through Simulated and Slow Learning: A Framework for Transforming Spanish Culture Classes provides instructors with everything they need to transform a traditional Spanish culture and civilization course into an immersive semester-long simulated travel experience that builds students’ global competence and cultural proficiency.
It provides an overview of the theoretical underpinnings of simulated and slow learning showing how this innovative approach prepares students for the unique challenges of the 21st century. Students are encouraged to personalize their learning journey, engage more deeply with their own learning process, and develop critical thinking skills and a lifelong commitment to learning. The book also contains all the practical resources needed to redesign a culture class, including concrete redesign strategies, sample travel itineraries, detailed travel modules, and scaffolded communicative activities aligned with ACTFL World-Readiness Standards.

Comprehensive guidance on capstone projects is also provided, and everything can easily be adapted to instructor's unique classroom needs and delivery formats.
Travels Abroad through Simulated and Slow Learning is a dynamic resource that empowers instructors to create immersive educational experiences that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and cultural fluency. It is a must-read for educators seeking innovative ways to make language and culture classes more engaging and relevant for today's students.

Dr. Sarah B. Anderson is Associate Professor of Spanish and Latin American Studies at California State University, Chico, USA.
Dr. Alyssa M. Holan is Associate Professor of Spanish at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, USA.