IGlobal Undergraduate Research

In need of research credits for a program? Want to try out educational research but don't know where to start?

On top of being an undergraduate teacher, IGlobal also allows undergraduates to pursue research opportunities during their time in the program.  Whether you are a James Scholar, Campus Honors student, or simply curious about educational research, IGlobal offers the space, mentorship, and flexibility to explore questions about topics such as global education, co-teaching, digital learning, and equity in the classroom. This is a great way to get involved in entry-level undergraduate research and add to your future resume/CV!

In the past, IGlobal undergraduates have studied topics like:

• Exploring the Impact of Student Camera Use on Teacher Confidence in Facilitating Online Collaboration

• Investigating How Co-Teaching Influences Teacher Identity Formation and Challenges Traditional Notions of the “Ideal” Educator

• Examining Strategies International Schools Use to Overcome Barriers to Meaningful Global Collaboration

• Understanding the Role of Creative Practice in Developing Global Competency Within International School Contexts

How can you get started?

1. Join IGlobal as an undergraduate teacher.
2. Indicate your interest in research opportunities at the beginning of the semester.
3. Once research projects are announced, join a research team and begin working!

Where do I present this research?

Undergraduates in IGlobal who pursue research will be invited to present their findings at the University of Illinois Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS) at the Illini Union in April. The symposium is a day-long event that features many poster and oral presentations.