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A Beautiful Experience! PURA VIDA! Past Review

By (Family Consumer Science Education, Stephen F. Austin State University) - abroad from 12/28/2012 to 01/10/2013 with

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA): Traveling - Student Teachers in Costa Rica

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned how it feels to be a student coming into an American classroom not understanding the language. It would be extremely difficult to just get by and ask simple question. It would be even more difficult to try to progress in a classroom. I loved the way the Ticos lived, they were so free, and just enjoyed every day life. Costa Ricans enjoyed the simple things in life, unlike Americans that always want more and better quality. I hope that I can live more like a Tico.

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The freedom
  • Dr. Armstrong
  • How everyone treated us like family since they knew Dr. Armstrong
* What could be improved?
  • Going to more schools
  • Hanging around more locals
  • Being around children
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? To bring a bigger duffle bag for the 8 day trip.