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GVI Service Learning Groups: Rainforest and Coastal Conservation Experience in Costa Rica (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: Fall, J-Term, Jan Term, Janterm, May Term, Semester, Spring, Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV, Trimester, Winter
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  • Program Sponsor: GVI 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student, 6-other
Housing Options: Dormitory, Hostel/Hotel, Other Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Biology, Botany, Culture, Earth Science, Environmental Studies, Foresty, Geography, Humanities, Sciences, Service Learning
Program Type: field study, internship abroad, study abroad, volunteer abroad, work abroad Click here for a definition of this term Program: Direct
Program Description:
Service Learning Groups: Rainforest and Coastal Conservation Course in Costa Rica
                 
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Live on a remote research station while partaking in our conservation focused service learning course. Learn about rainforest ecosystems while assisting with turtle, jaguar, bird, and forest conservation projects. Complete educational assignments which complement the on the ground experience.

The Project: 

The exact project will be based on the requirements of our local partners at the time. The group can expect to be involved in a variety of environmental awareness activities, discussions and lectures. This may include bird walks, biodiversity surveys, species identification and rainforest ecology. All service elements will be connected to a greater understanding of the environmental context in which the students are working.

Educational Focus: 

Through lectures, discussion, research, service, and reflection, beginning two weeks prior to their departure and continuing two weeks after their return home, students in this course engage in meaningful, context-driven service-learning at home and abroad. Emphasis will be placed on relating long term project goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and engaging in daily reflection surrounding the experience, which will be lead by qualified group facilitators, furthering individual educational development. This course curriculum will be tailored to your students academic level and curriculum, as well as your faculty requirements.

Location: 

GVI’s base in Jalova is a research station in the Tortuguero National Park. The park is border by the Caribbean sea where you will find a beach that’s home to one of the largest nesting colonies of Green Turtles in the world. The other three sides of the park are home to protected rainforest. All transportation into the park is via canoe or motor boat along the canal and river systems. Students will spend their time surrounded by amazing scenery and wildlife in the canals, tropical rainforest, and Caribbean beaches.

Your Group Can Expect the Following Highlights on This Program:
  • Hands-on involvement towards vital conservation efforts. 
  • Connect classroom knowledge with real world experiences.
  • Gain an understanding of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.  
  • Acquire hard and soft skills useful for both career development and personal growth. 
  • Explore Tortuguero National Park and gain a better understanding for Costa Rican culture. 

If applying for this program to obtain credit from an institution, GVI can supply learning outcomes and support in the application.
Risk assessment available upon request, please contact GVI for more details.
 
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