What makes a good study abroad program?

<p>My DS is on a study abroad summer program, living with a host family in Spain. It is a wonderful experience so far with 4 days of classes (2 hours x 2 classes) trips on weekends and 1 weekday. He only speaks Spanish in the home. Walks everywhere to meet up with fellow students, go to class, etc. It is thru the university and a university prof is traveling with the group, as well as a local university prof teaching the other class. It is only a 6 week program, but it is divided up into intermediates and advanced, much homework, but he is fluent and really learning and having a great time. Exploring new places, foods, etc. This is a kid who really wasn’t into study abroad and is loving it. He is also helping a local student learn English while he is there. I’m impressed with what his university has put together for a program so far.</p>