by Nicoline de Heus | Oct 26, 2023 | Toolkit
One of the aims of the intercultural classroom is that students learn from each other’s perspective. Therefore, making diverse groups is key. But what is a good way to approach this? This activity focuses on the creation of a highly diverse project team, with...
by Martine Prins | Mar 11, 2023 | Toolkit
This activity provides students with a model for that can help to postpone their judgment. Students will learn to differentiate between observations, interpretations and judgments, by slowing down their thought process and thinking critically to draw more and...
by Marcel van der Poel | Mar 7, 2023 | Toolkit
Profiling one’s own cultural identity is not easy; finding words for ‘who we are’ is difficult. Yet, we know from research (e.g. King & Baxter Magolda, 2005) that the more effort people put in knowing their own cultural background, their own cultural upbringing,...
by Martine Prins | Feb 26, 2023 | Toolkit
Introduction Story Circles’ is a practical tool for developing and practicing intercultural competence. Story Circles bring people together in small groups, where they are able to share more about themselves or an experience by telling their own story based on a...
by French Department HMSM | Feb 24, 2023 | Toolkit
Introduction This intercultural activity takes place during our M3 French for French learners. In a neighbouring French-speaking city, Visé, the students, in teams, go on a hunt for Belgian specialties. They taste them, describe them using the framework and vocabulary...
by Ankie Hoefnagels | Feb 23, 2023 | Toolkit
The Global Mind Conference is an activity that can be held after an experience abroad, such as a study trip, a study exchange or an internship. The big idea is that students come back from their stay loaded with stories and meaningful experiences. Often they are asked...
