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Reflections on the OUS Cuba Programme: Internationalisation via a ‘Double Hybrid’ Model

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  01 January 2026

Amy Below
Amy Below*
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School of Public Policy, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA
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Abstract

In light of recent trends in the internationalisation of post-secondary education, the rising popularity of short-term study abroad programmes, and the persistent lack of diversity in study abroad, this article presents an option for a short-term, hybrid study abroad programme. The article highlights the Oregon University System Cuba programme and its use of a ‘double hybrid’ model utilising both in-person and on-line coursework and on-campus and study abroad courses aimed to internationalise educational opportunities statewide and to diversify populations participating in international programmes. Though early in its evolution, the ‘double hybrid’ model has much to offer educational institutions, faculty and students alike, either in its entirety or in part.

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internationalisationshort-term study abroaddiversityCuba

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European Political Science , Volume 15 , Issue 1 , March 2016, pp. 49 - 60
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Copyright © 2016 European Consortium for Political Research

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