Global Experience

The Significance Of Experiential Education

"Throughout all grade levels, students at Appleby College engage in a wide range of Global and Experiential Education with a focus on developing global competencies. This is integrated within classroom curricula, out-of-class academic experiences, outdoor education trips, local and international service learning, and residential and global intercultural learning. Students particularly engaged in this area may complete the Appleby College Diploma with Distinction in Global Leadership, an action-oriented programme for developing global citizenship."

rob mcguness - assistant head of school, global education and experiential education

Appleby College Diploma With Distinction In Global Leadership

• Completion of the Global Leadership Interdisciplinary Studies course in Senior Two (Grade 12) 
• Two different type of Global Experiential trips combining study of the local environment and culture in an International intercultural immersion program
• Prolonged study of International language (that is not your first language) (4U / DU Level) 
• Development of a Global Action Plan addressing a global issue for further exploration beyond graduation
• Enhanced study, practice and reflection of Global Competencies
• Global, Social Justice or Intercultural focus in co-curricular activities

Global Experiential Trips

• Experiential immersion enhances student learning, service leadership, teamwork and understanding in intercultural environments

• Trips typically include exploration of topics such as climate change, history, community partnerships, indigenous and / or local culture

• Cultural immersion program allowing students to broaden their perspectives outside their own culture and enhance their self-awareness

• Unique hands-on learning and cultural explorations are equally important

• Students engage with multiple aspects and influences of culture, including language, religion, the arts, history, geography and globalization

• Allows students to bring meaningful intercultural experiences to the classroom and inspires students to become empathetic world leaders in creating a future where active citizenship can impact the world

• Essential component of the Appleby College Diploma and Appleby College Diploma with Distinction in Global Leadership

• Click here to view Global Experiences Trip dates

International Exchange

•  Provides new perspectives and helps students gain greater insight into the world and develop their intercultural capacities and adaptability
• Exchanges ranging from three weeks to an entire school reporting period in a diverse range of countries including Germany, Spain, Peru, Japan, Switzerland, France, Australia, South Africa, Thailand and India

Round Square

• Students have the opportunity to attend domestic and international conferences/ virtual dialogues/exchanges 

• Based on the theories of experiential educational philosopher Kurt Hahn

• Encourages personal development and responsibility in students

• The Round Square King Constantine Medal is awarded to a graduating student in recognition of their outstanding commitment to global leadership and community engagement

• Virtual exchanges and dialogues allow students to connect with other students around the globe to discuss cultural perspectives and global issues

Academic Integration

• Project-based learning is built across grades and academic subjects
• Global perspectives, trends and applications are integrated across academic curricula
• Development of appreciation of global citizenship including study of Civics and World Religions
• Global experience reflection is at the core of Senior Two (Grade 12) students’ Global Action Plans