EXCHANGE
Explore. Exchange. Experience
The Japan Bound Exchange is the next step in developing cultural awareness and cross-cultural communication skills. In this program our students will learn to share about themselves and their respective cultures as well as engage with their peers ideas and cultures. The experience will culminate with the opportunity to collaborate with their peers and exhibit real life cross-cultural collaboration. These experiences will be invaluable as our students take their next steps into the future.
Program Details
Who
Jr. High School, Sr. High School and University Students
*We do not accept individual applications. We place groups with like-minded and similarly aged groups on a rolling basis.
Why
Click HERE to read why students are more and more interested in virtual exchange.
When
We accept requests year round. Once we receive your request for more information, we will work with you to find the right group and the right timing.
How
Students will use a combination of Flipgrid, LMS and Zoom to communicate throughout the program
*Internet access required
What
Due to the time difference we leverage a combination of synchronous & asynchronous activities such as video submissions, forum discussion and reflection throughout the program.
Weekly Time Commitment
For these programs, we generally recommend students log on for at least 30 minutes/day outside of Live Sessions. However, we work with you to find a schedule and school that works best for your needs whether that be 1 week or 6 months.
Price
Subject to change depending on the length of the program.
Discounts available if groups participate in our Experience!
Deadline
Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Program Overview
Program Outline
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Phase 1: Foundation
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Phase 2: Observation
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Phase 3: Expression
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Phase 4: Collaboration
Thank you for joining us! Japan Bound Exchange was created to bridge the gap between students in Japan and the United States (and the rest of the world!). Throughout this program, students will have the exciting opportunity to communicate with fellow students from other countries. Together, you will get to know each other and learn about new cultures, while discovering more about yourself in the process!
Foundation
Like everything in life, a solid foundation is important for sustainable growth. Whether you're building a skyscraper or learning a new language, a solid foundation is important! In this portion of the program students build the foundation for communication with their peers through self-introductions, personality tests and learning about your pod-mates perspectives.
Observation
Observation is one of the first skills our students work on when developing their cross-cultural communication skills. Students should be curious and always asking questions to learn more about their pod-mates.
Expression
It's not enough to just listen and ask questions. Communication is a two way street and we emphasize this with our students by practicing sharing about their own culture and in doing so reflecting on what "culture" means to us.
Collaboration
The whole program builds towards a true collaboration across cultures. Every day start ups and young entrepreneurs are leveraging their cross-cultural communication skills to solve problems and change the world. We give our students a chance to practice similar skills as they navigate timezones and differing perspectives to produce a final product and presentation that they will share with the entire group and our mentors.
Our Facilitators
Tyler Bartels
"Nothing is ever real until it is experienced"
Sam Yee
"Never underestimate your potential to change someone's life forever"