• ​NAFSA: Association of International Educators
  NAFSA is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and information exchange. Their website features a wide array of professional resources and guides, such as online and in-person training events, to help international educators build the skills they need in the field.
• The Forum on Education Abroad
  The Forum on Education Abroad is an institutional membership association that focuses on developing and implementing standards of good practice, encouraging and supporting research initiatives, and offering educational programs and resources. Features a variety of free (and members only) resources useful to institutions and organizations that sponsor and support abroad programs for students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities.
• World Learning
  World Learning is an international nonprofit organization that focuses on international development, education, and exchange programs for students and educators. Featuring programs in over 100 countries ranging from leadership development, experiential learning, grants management training, and more.
• Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA)
  The AIEA is a membership based organization dedicated exclusively to bringing senior leaders in the field of international education together to network and start a dialogue with one another.
• American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)
  AACRAO is a nonprofit professional organization of over 11,000 higher education professionals that provides professional development, guidelines, and standards to be used by higher education officials regarding best practices in records management, administrative enrollment management, student services, and more. AACRAO represents institutions in every part of the higher education community.
• Institute of International Education (IIE)
  Membership based organization that collaborates with a range of corporate, government, and foundation partners across the globe to design and manage scholarship, study abroad, workforce training, and leadership development programs. Use their free Find a Program feature to browse over 200 scholarship programs eligible to students, faculty, administrators, working professionals, teachers, and artists. 

• Teaching Abroad: A Cross-Cultural Journey by Bonnie Garson
  In this study, the author explored the impact of culture on the process of adapting to academic employment life in Cairo, Egypt, and the meaning derived from her experience abroad as a professor of management.
• College Teaching Abroad. A Handbook of Strategies for Successful Cross-Cultural Exchanges by Pamela Gale George
  This guide provides strategies, resources, and techniques for meeting the challenges offered by teaching abroad.
• Developing a Global Mindset through Short-Term Study Abroad: A Group Discussion Approach by Stephen DeLoach et. al.
  This paper introduces a practical and effective method for teaching short-term study abroad courses to increase students' global awareness.
• Please Mind the Culture Gap: Intercultural Development During a Teaching Education Study Abroad Program by Helen Marx and David M. Moss
  This case study explores a teacher's intercultural development during a semester-long teacher education program in London, England.
• The Overseas Student Teaching Experience: Creating Optimal Culture Learning by Jennifer Mahon and Kenneth Cushner
  ​This study examined the nature of the international student teaching experience and its impact on the professional and personal development of new teachers. 

• Online Resources
  • U.S. Passports & International Travel-Traveler's Checklist
  • Resources for Students Travelig Abroad-Colorado State University
  • Top Safety Tips for the International Traveler
  • Rick Steve's Before you Go Checklist
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Survival Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection-Know Before You Go
     
• Helpful Travel Apps
  • Oanda Currency Converter
    Available for iOS and Android devices, this free app provides access to daily exchange rates.
  • Google Maps App
    Free mapping mobile app developed by Google and available for Android and iOS devices.
  • WhatsApp
    ​Available through the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, this free app allows free international text messaging and phone calls.
  • Mobile Passport Control App
    Available through the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, this app allows U.S. citizens and Canadian visitors to expedite their entry process into the United States. 

Netherlands/Leiden

• Expat Info Desk - Expat's Manual for Living in the Netherlands This guide features key information for living in the Netherlands from climate and language info to specific Dutch city guides.
• Go Overseas - 10 Things to Know Before Studying Abroad in the Netherlands 
  This article from Go Overseas, a listing and reviews website for programs abroad, features some great basic information and tips about living abroad in the Netherlands. 
• Expat Arrivals - Pros and Cons of Moving to the Netherlands
  This free guide features a detailed list of pros and cons with details about lifestyle, safety, healthcare, and more. 
• Wander Wisdom - Living in the Netherlands as an American Expat: What You Need to Know
  This article written by an American who lived in the Netherlands for almost four years details her experiences with the people and culture, jobs and employment, education, weather, food, shopping, and news. 
• The Telegraph - Guide to living abroad: Amsterdam
  This Telegraph article features helpful information with links to important resources in Amsterdam like housing, banking, healthcare, and more. 

Switzerland/Geneva

• Transitions Abroad.com-Living in Switzerland
  Article from Transitions Abroad Magazine detailing tips and tricks on living in Switzerland.
• The Local ch-Mapped: This is where the Swiss live abroad
  This European news outlet features facts and statistics about demographic information regarding Swiss residents.
• Transitions Abroad.com-Key Expatriate Websites and Resources
  Featured articles on living, working, studying, traveling, and volunteering in Switzerland. 

Austria/Vienna

• American in Vienna: Living Abroad in Vienna, Austria
  A blog written by an American expat living in Vienna offers suggestions for fellow and future expats.
• The Local: How Living in Austria will change your lifestyle
  This article from a European news outlet discusses the advantages of living in Austria. 
• Transitions Abroad.com-Key Expatriate Websites and Resources
  Featured articles on living, working, studying, traveling, and volunteering in Austria.

China/Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu

• Beijing Expat Guide: Starting Expat Life in China's Capital
  Full of resources for those moving to, working in, and living in Beijing from preparation to housing to Mandarin. 
• Expat Info Desk: Moving to China
  This article provides insight to moving to China, discussing the cost of living, language, and work.
• The Telegraph: Guide to Living Abroad: Shanghai
  This resource discusses many facets of planning to live in Shanghai, such has visas, work, and banking.
• Transitions Abroad: The New Shanghai
  Providing information helpful to understanding life in Shanghai, this article discusses topics like shopping, utilities, and transportation. 
• Chengdu-Expat 
  this entire website dedicated to living in Chengdu offers everything from news to suggestions for food, drink, and accommodations. 

Greece/Athens

• Expat Info Desk: Living in Greece
  This article provides insight to moving to Greece, discussing the cost of living, climate, and work.
• Transitions Abroad: Living in Greece
  Providing information helpful to understanding life in Greece, this article discusses topics like shopping, utilities, and transportation. 

Uzbekistan/Tashkent

• Expat.com Living in Uzbekistan Guide All you need to know to relocate and live in Uzbekistan.
• EasyExpat.com  Information for expatriates on overseas moving and relocation in Uzbekistan.
• Expatistan Cost of living in Tashkent
• Roads &Kingdoms 23 Things to Know Before You go to Tashkent  From plov meccas to karaoke bars, from superlative bazaars to park life, a complete guide to Uzbekistan’s capital.