A tough decision: Should Lena choose a volunteer programme in Nepal or Peru or not by Emily Maria Anastasiadis https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n Solving Lena's dilemma - a mystery en-us 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC 2024-10-09 10:15:03 UTC hello@padlet.com https://live.staticflickr.com/7565/15860666135_6fa4b9d4ff_b.jpg What is voluntourism? p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808818 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808818 Information p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808820 1. One student in your group clones the padlet and invites the others to collaborate with him/her.


2. Read all the information on the cards and find connections between the information. Some of the cards contain more important information than others. 


3. Arrange the cards deciding on a logical order.


4. Use posts or comment on different posts to solve the mystery. Write down questions and the answer to things that help you to organise your cards. You may find titles for the posts, too.


5. You can use the padlet functions to connect items and link them.  


6. Prepare a presentation of your way to solve the mystery. Send a link to your teacher.


7. Do a gallery walk and find out how your classmates have answered the questions.


]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808820 Option Nepal p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808822 In Nepal, Lena would work with children in remote mountain villages, teaching English and helping to improve school facilities. The prospect of breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and working with children sounds enticing.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808822 Option Peru p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808823 The project in Peru focuses on the protection of endangered sea turtles and environmental projects in a small coastal town. The idea of living by the sea and doing something for nature conservation is very appealing.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808823 Option NEPAL p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808824 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808824 Option Peru p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808825 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808825 Additional material p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808826 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808826 Starting off: Lena's dilemma p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808829 The background story

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808829 Short-term influence p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808830 One important question Lena has to ask herself is: What can you really achieve in just a few months? It is important to have realistic expectations of the impact of your work.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808830 Cultural sensitivity p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808831 When volunteering abroad, it is crucial to be culturally sensitive. Lena should be aware that she is a guest in a foreign culture and must be respectful of local customs and traditions.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808831 Can voluntourism really make a difference? p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808832 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808832 What Is Voluntourism? Does It Help or Harm Communities? p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808833 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808833 Voluntourism: The Good, the Bad, and How to Do Better p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808835 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808835 5 myths about volunteering abroad p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808836 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808836 What are the benefits of volunteering abroad? p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808837 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808837 Voluntourism p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808839 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808839 Volunteering Statistics for 2024: How Charitable Are We? p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808841 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808841 Helping Hands on Holiday p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808842 How To Avoid the Pitfalls of Voluntourism

The example of NEPAL

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808842 Samantha Nutt - problems of Volunteer Tourism p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808843 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808843 Additional material p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808844 an example

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808844 The White Saviour Complex p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808845 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808845 p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808846 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808846 p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808847 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808847 p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808849 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808849 Research is the key p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808850 Before Lena makes a decision, she should thoroughly research the organisations. Reputable providers have transparent information about their projects, finances and long-term impact.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808850 Gather local perspectives p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808851 It is important to take into account the opinions and needs of the local communities. Lena could try to get in touch with locals or former volunteers to find out more about the actual impact of the projects.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808851 Assess your own abilities and skills p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808852 Lena should consider what skills she has and where she can make the greatest impact. Is she better suited to work with children or on environmental protection projects?

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808852 Think of alternatives p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808853 Perhaps there are other ways to get involved? Lena could also consider volunteering locally in Germany or providing financial support to organisations that work with local people on the ground.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808853 Question your motivation p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808854 Lena should honestly reflect on her reasons for volunteering. Is she primarily motivated by a desire to help or is it also about personal experiences and her CV?


]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808854 Consider long-term effects p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808856 What long-term impact could Lena's involvement have, both for her personally and for the local communities? It's important to think beyond the immediate period.

]]> 2024-10-09 10:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808856 Take a decision responsibly p2hp52jh4t https://padlet.com/p2hp52jh4t/upj3t36t0qs7uw5n/wish/3160808858 Ultimately, Lena has to make a decision that is responsible both for her and for the people she wants to help. There is no perfect solution, but a well-thought-out decision can lead to positive results.

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