Language Teaching, Learning Superior language instruction in Japanese , Spanish , German , and French prepares students for a language immersion experience abroad. Courses on Earlham's programs abroad are taught in the language of the culture, and there are many opportunities for students to engage in language learning both within and beyond the classroom. This fosters the development of a community of learners who share their reflections and insights, and provides the campus with an on-going infusion of new perspectives and international vitality in the classroom. An extensive orientation program is a critical part of each Earlham study abroad program. In orientation, students prepare for the cultural experience in which they will participate.
Students receive further orientation when they arrive on-site.
Homestay Experiences Living with host families through Earlham's programs enhances language acquisition and reinforces the cultural immersion experience. Students have the opportunity to live the culture and to learn first-hand from their host families, making every waking moment a learning experience. Students and their families often develop special and long-lasting relationships. Courses are taught by local faculty in the language of the area. Some sample courses include Multicultural Educational Perspectives in Japan, Israeli and Palestinian Politics in Jerusalem, Caribbean Literature in Martinique, The History of Music in Vienna, Conflict and Identity in Northern Ireland, Peoples and Cultures of Kenya in Kenya, and Latin American Women Writers in Mexico or Colombia.