Integrate international learning into your course
Collaborate with us to adapt your digital learning environment into a platform for international exchange and become a partner in bridging cross-cultural and transatlantic relationships. Whether your class is in-person or online, we will help develop a dynamic educational environment that gives the course an international perspective.
With virtual experiences, you will bring the transformational experience of study abroad to students who may otherwise not have the opportunity to partake in international exchange.
Portfolio of Virtual Experiences
Embedded International Experiences
Integrate virtual international education into existing on-campus or virtual courses to give students an international perspective.
Cross-curricular Events
Internationalize your institution through cross- curricular events such as intercultural virtual symposia or international expert presentations offered to students, faculty, and staff at your institution.
Hybrid Programs
Complement faculty-led programs with virtual predeparture and re-entry/reflection sessions.
Custom
Virtual learning experiences are highly adaptable and can be customized to meet your academic objectives.
Benefits:
✓ Support Student Access | Expose a wider variety of students to intercultural learning experiences with a model that is inherently more affordable, sustainable, and low risk.
✓ Flexibility and Adaptability | Variety of flexible options for content delivery. Modules can focus on a specific theme and geographic location or examine topics from a cross-cultural perspective.
✓ Leverage Networks Across the Globe | Enrich experiences using connections from a variety of global networks allowing all participants to connect upon our common humanity and shared interests in building bridges of understanding.
✓ Intercultural and Professional Skill Building |International learning promotes development of professional and intercultural skills as students navigate cultural norms, time zones, and virtual systems.
Uli Leibrecht, Executive Director
“Never before was it so easy to get high-caliber speakers from all over the world together at one place.”
"The world of virtual learning is more advanced than ever before. The endless possibilities of virtual programs have enhanced and widened the field of learning and communication for all. From just the click of a button, individuals from different fields and backgrounds can now connect and experience new cultures and content easily. "
Content Format and Structure
Explore CEPA's virtual learning platform
Synchronous content, e.g.:
- Live exchange sessions with European experts
- Presentations / lectures / virtual visits by European institutions or companies
- Workshops
- Symposia / panel discussions
- Guided tours
- Meetings with Cultural Ambassadors
→ arranged via Zoom
Asynchronous content, e.g.:
- Recorded interviews / presentations / lectures with European experts
- Recorded guided tours
- Cultural insight videos
→ shared with you either on CEPA’s virtual learning platform or through a link to the video in the agenda
Sample Modules
Sneak Peaks...
Interview:
Interview:
Explore and learn more about the Council of Europe
A Day in the Life:
Behind-the-scenes look at life in Germany
Jean-Philippe Kern, General Manager at the 5-star luxury hotel Sofitel Strasbourg Grand Île, France, shares his knowledge and experiences from working in the hotel industry for over 20 years.
Director of Communications, Alun Drake, explores the origins and work of the Council of Europe, how the organization differs from the European Union, and the key competencies and policy goals.
Heidelberg native, Julie Kiepe, walks you through a typical day in her life. Explore culture, food, family, and traditions in the quaint town of Heidelberg, Germany.
Why CEPA?
Our mission is to provide meaningful intercultural and international exchanges and interactive opportunities for faculty and students in a virtual learning environment.
CEPA is your trusted partner in Europe with the networks and know-how to design and facilitate online experiences and activities which align with faculty and student course outcomes.
Next steps...
Let's collaborate
Get in touch with us to brainstorm ideas for virtual experiences or download the brochure to learn more.
Exchange ideas:
Request for Proposal:
Request for Proposal:
Request for Proposal:
Receive your first customized proposal
The proposal is the basis for further collaboration and revisions until we agree on a final Scope of Work. The fee and preparation time needed for your virtual experience depend on the quantity, duration, and complexity of the modules.
Booking Acceptance
The Scope of Work will be revised and fine-tuned until it fully meets your expectations. Once you confirm your booking, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required.
Production of Modules
We will prepare your international modules and send you an agenda as well as log-in credentials for the learning platform at least 1 week prior to the date of your first virtual module.
After the Virtual Experience
Your feedback and ideas are very important to us. We look forward to hearing from you and your students about your virtual experience with us.