Ethical guidelines for study abroad: Can we transform ugly americans into engaged global citizens?

    Authors

    K. S. Rotabi; D. Gammonley;D. N. Gamble

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    Br. J. Soc. Work

    Keywords

    ethics; social work values; intercultural competence; Social Work

    Abstract

    Study abroad has become a common experience for American social work students. However, there is little guidance for facilitation of such courses in an international context. As a result, there is a risk that students and facilitators can perpetuate the privileged and 'Ugly American' image. Providing guidance for prevention of such mistakes, the authors present a conceptual model for international learning, based on an ethical framework founded on personal values and supported by traditional ethical principles and values. Included are the pillars of social justice and human rights, community capacity, dignity and worth of the person, self-determination, boundaries, competence, facilitated learning in a safe environment and integrity. Finally, consciousness-raising as professionals, respectful engagement in context, and intercultural competence are discussed.

    Journal Title

    British Journal of Social Work

    Volume

    36

    Issue/Number

    3

    Publication Date

    1-1-2006

    Document Type

    Article

    Language

    English

    First Page

    451

    Last Page

    465

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000237006400007

    ISSN

    0045-3102

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