Educational travel can involve teachers from almost all areas of academic study. Although it's true that some academic areas, like math and English, might not lend themselves to abundant travel opportunities, there are still places these educators can go to improve their background knowledge. For instance, an English teacher would benefit from a visit to "The House of Seven Gables" in Salem, Massachusetts.
The best places to begin your educational travels are near your home. Possibilities for teacher visits include museums, natural areas, historical societies and select businesses, such as farms, government offices or an architect's office.
Join an educational tour group that caters to teachers. Of special interest to teachers might be the National Educational Travel Council, which has operated out of Massachusetts since 1993, and the American Council for International Studies, which was founded in 1978. Also of interest is the Earthwatch Foundation, which offers fellowships to educators to study in the U.S. and abroad. And for those teachers and students who are considering an European learning experience, you can try a tour with Passports or Explorica.
