Teachers’ perspectives on the development and implementation of a short-term international education program in art therapy and psychology

The paper reveals the importance of the development of international education programs in the context of globalization and internationalization of modern universities. The authors share their experience of developing and implementing a short-term art therapy and counseling program in the summer of 2014. The short-term art therapy program described in this paper is discussed from educational and cultural perspectives. Additionally, the authors summarize feedback and recommendations of the teachers who were involved in the work with students. Based on the authors’ perceptions and teacher feedback, advantages and disadvantages of the program structures are addressed. Finally, the development of this particular short-term education program is discussed as the initial stage in plans for the development of joint degree educational program in art therapy for Russian students. The results discussed in the paper could be beneficial for teachers as well as students who wish to engage in international higher education efforts.

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