Download or read book Perceptions of International Students and University Personnel of Cultural Adjustment Problems at Two Private Universities written by John R. Jenkins and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The influx of international students studying at United States colleges and universities during the past five decades has presented many challenges related to accommodating the needs of these “special” students. In the early 1950s, fewer than 40,000 international students were enrolled within the higher education system of the U.S.; today that number has grown to more than 490,000 students. The problems confronted by these students are both numerous and complex. University personnel often address these problems by developing specific programs designed to meet the needs of the international students at their university. However, the perceptions of these problems by international students, faculty, and staff differ in important ways. To explore these problems in more detail, this study first collected data from 215 international students and 44 university personnel at one liberal arts university and a doctoral comprehensive university in the United States, both religiously affiliated, through the use of a well-established survey instrument. The responses from these two groups were then compared and analyzed through the use of paired sample t-tests in 11 possible areas of concern, ranging from health services to financial aid. After their responses were compared and analyzed, multiple regression analysis was then used to examine the extent to which the variation in their responses could be explained by a number of demographic factors. The findings of the study revealed that the university personnel on both campuses significantly overstated the problems of international students, although both groups considered the problems to be relatively minor. Since it was thought that the students would consider their problems more serious than the university personnel, this suggests that the two universities are responding appropriately to a large majority of the problems faced by international students on their campuses. When the student responses were examined in detail, country of origin time at the university, and the particular university attended proved to be significant factors in explaining the variance in the student responses, while gender, marital status, and major field of study did not.

Download or read book Private and Public University Students Perceptions of Cultural Adjustment Problems in Study Abroad Programs written by Walter R. Heinecke and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world that is increasingly integrated by economics, communications, and politics, higher education is asked to deliver graduates who can function professionally in the international arena. One way to do this is through study abroad programs, which have skyrocketed in popularity among American students over the last 15 years, increasing by 83% to more than 205,000 students in 2007. Despite the obvious benefits associated with such programs, there are challenges to living abroad as well—especially for young adults. To get some sense of these challenges, during the 2005-2006 academic year 114 study abroad students from 2 Southern California universities (1 public, 1 private) completed 2 modified versions of the Michigan International Student Problem Inventory containing more than 100 questions—once prior to departure when they were asked to rate their level of expected problems in 9 general areas, and then again when they returned to the United States at the completion of their study abroad experience. By comparing the actual level of problems experienced in these areas to predeparture expectations, students were found to have both expected and largely experienced nothing more than minor problems, although their expectations in all 9 areas consistently exceeded the reality of their experience. Specifically, predeparture expectations suggested that in 7 of the areas students only expected minor problems while in the other 2 areas—religious services and student activities—students anticipated no problems at all. Upon their return, students consistently reported fewer problems than expected; 6 areas were classified as no problem and 3 as minor (led by social-personal). Additionally, in 8 of the problem areas the expectations of students at the public university were closer to reality than those at the private university. Taken together, these results suggest that while the problems experienced during the study abroad experience may have only been minor, administrators can still do a better job of helping to align expectations with reality. Based on focus group interviews this can be done in at least 3 ways: expanded orientation activities, better tracking of country-specific student problems, and through the matching of returning students with similar experiences.

Download or read book International Students Perceptions of University Assistance with Their Social Adjustment written by Sarah E. Ebinger and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social support has been found to contribute to an overall positive adjustment for International students in U.S. colleges. This study addressed the relationship between International students' perceptions of university assistance in adjusting to campus life and their social adjustment levels. Questionnaires were divided into two sections: 1) university helpfulness in connecting with others - collegiate personnel and students - in the campus community and through the various campus events offered; and 2) assessing social adjustment through The Student Adaptation to College Questionnaire (SACQ). The questionnaire was distributed to undergraduate students attending a private Midwestern university with 62 usable responses gathered from 31 American and 31 International students representing eight international countries. The university had 68 undergraduate International students and 45.4% participated in the current study. Statistical analyses revealed that Americans were more socially adjusted to university life when compared with International students (p.001). The data also disclosed that there was no relationship between level of adjustment to campus life and student perception of being respected by peers and faculty (p.05). However, International students with relatively lower social adjustment were observed as more likely to perceive campus activities as less useful than their more well-adjusted International peers, though no significance was found (p>.05). All the International students reported being treated well by faculty and students, yet improvements were suggested for social events to include opportunities for multicultural relations. Implications of this study suggest that well-developed campus events that connect International and American students could have a positive impact on social adjustment for International students.

Download or read book International Students Adjustment to American Higher Education Institutions in Northeast Texas written by Jiashi Zhao and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book International Students written by Stefanie Theresia Baier and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annually thousands of international students attend US colleges and universities which requires them to adjust to a new environment, often accompanied by a culture shock experience. This study analyzes to what degree cultural background, gender differences, language proficiency, self-confidence/self-efficacy, and social support networks impact the adjustment process of international students to the US culture. Forty-five international students attending a Michigan community college were surveyed and interviewed to assess the relationship among self-confidence/self-efficacy, cultural background, gender and social support networks. Western students reported more positive cultural adjustment (M=29.0) than non-western students (M=29.0). Males adjusted better (M=29.4) than their female peers (M=25.4). A significant positive correlation was found between cultural adjustment and the experience of culture shock symptoms. English usage of English as a primary language in the students' home countries accounted for a stronger social support network. These results have implications for college and university personnel in working with international students.

Download or read book Culture Shock at the University of Southern Mississippi written by and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2009-07-20 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bachelor Thesis from the year 2009 in the subject Pedagogy - Theory of Science, Anthropology, grade: A (1), The University of Southern Mississippi , language: English, abstract: All students studying in a foreign country will face culture shock at some point during their stay. The students at the University of Southern Mississippi are no exception. A survey demonstrated that a language barrier and a poor public transportation system are among the main causes of culture shock among the international students at USM.

Download or read book Exploring the Social and Academic Experiences of International Students in Higher Education Institutions written by Bista, Krishna and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2016-02-26 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cross-cultural experiences in university settings have a significant impact on students’ lives by enriching the learning process and promoting cultural awareness and tolerance. While studying abroad offers students unique learning opportunities, educators must be able to effectively address the specific social and academic needs of multicultural learners. Exploring the Social and Academic Experiences of International Students in Higher Education Institutions is a pivotal reference source for the latest research on the issues surrounding study abroad students in culturally diverse educational environments. Featuring various perspectives from a global context on ensuring the educational, structural, and social needs of international students are met, this book is ideally designed for university faculty, researchers, graduate students, policy makers, and academicians working with transnational students.

Download or read book International Students Perceptions of Campus Employment and Connections to Cultural Adjustment written by Mark Hayes and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book An Analysis of International Students Adjustment and Academic Success in a Predominantly Black and a Predominantly White Urban University written by Akbar Zarghouni and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of international students attending a predominantly black urban university and a predominantly white urban university toward the adjustment problems that they experience in their universities. Also, the study was designed to determine the significant differences between the academic success of international students attending a predominantly black urban university and of those attending a predominantly white urban university. The population consisted of 3,079 international students enrolled at Texas Southern University and The University of Houston during the summer session of 1986. A sample size of 621 students was randomly selected from the population of international students. From the problems stated, eight null hypotheses were stated and tested. To analyze the data, the researcher utilized the t-test to determine whether there was a significant difference between the mean academic success (GPA) of international students attending a predominantly black urban university and of those attending a predominantly white urban university. The.05 level of significance was preestablished as a criterion of statistical significance. The findings of study were: There was no significant difference between the academic success of international students attending Texas Southern University and of those attending the University of Houston as affected by sex or age. However, there was a significant difference between the academic success of graduate subjects attending Texas Southern and of those attending The University of Houston with regard to their academic status. Five recommendations were made for future studies: Future studies should be conducted on similar groups of students to obtain future evidence of the effects of various variables on academic success (GPA). Further studies should be conducted to ascertain the influence of the academic environment on the academic success of international students. Future studies should be conducted in rural institutions of higher learning with fairly large enrollment of international students. There should be continuing studies regarding international students' adjustment problems and the most effective ways for university authorities to deal with them. Further studies should be conducted to deal with the problems of international students in making friends and socially interacting with members of their University.

Download or read book Promoting Ethnic Diversity and Multiculturalism in Higher Education written by Blummer, Barbara and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2018-03-02 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the world becomes more navigable, opportunities arise for people to live in different countries and for students to study internationally. Such capabilities require universities and other institutions of higher learning to accommodate cultural diversity. Promoting Ethnic Diversity and Multiculturalism in Higher Education is an essential scholarly publication that examines the interaction between culture and learning in academic environments and the efforts to mediate it through various educational venues. Featuring coverage on a wide range of topics including intercultural competence, microaggressions, and student diversity, this book is geared towards educators, professionals, school administrators, researchers, and practitioners in the field of education.

Download or read book Student Success in College written by George D. Kuh and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-01-07 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Student Success in College describes policies, programs, and practices that a diverse set of institutions have used to enhance student achievement. This book clearly shows the benefits of student learning and educational effectiveness that can be realized when these conditions are present. Based on the Documenting Effective Educational Practice (DEEP) project from the Center for Postsecondary Research at Indiana University, this book provides concrete examples from twenty institutions that other colleges and universities can learn from and adapt to help create a success-oriented campus culture and learning environment.

Download or read book Problems of International Students as Perceived by International Students in Two Selected Public Institutions in Texas written by Augustine N. Mukolu and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Experiences Perceptions and Challenges of Chinese International Students Enrolled in an International Dual Degree Program at a Small Private University in the Southeastern United States written by and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the growing number of Chinese international students, it is essential for Chinese and American dual degree partnerships to understand the dual degree programs' impact on Chinese international students, their acculturative needs, and their overall satisfaction with the program. The primary purpose of this bounded case study was to reveal the experiences, perceptions, and challenges that six Chinese international students faced while enrolled in a 2+2 dual degree program at a small private university in the southeastern U.S. Linked to the theoretical frameworks of Oberg's Culture Shock theory (1960) and Berry's (2006) Acculturative Stress Model, this study illuminated the understandings of acculturative challenges and culture shock faced by Chinese international students. Furthermore, insights into the findings contribute to the comprehension of the Chinese and American dual degree partnerships and how Chinese students acculturate into their new academic and social culture in American institutions.

Download or read book Campus Influence on International Students Perceptions of the United States written by Mirra Leigh Anson and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: International students not only have an economic impact on the United States in the billions of dollars, they culturally enrich college campuses and play a critical role in fostering U.S. foreign relations (NAFSA, 2006). The purpose of this study was to examine international students' perceptions of the United States as a result of participating in a short-term ESL program at three campuses of a community college district in the Midwest, and to explore the influence of campus cultural attributes (diversity of the student body, breadth of support for international students, and setting) on these perceptions. This was a mixed-method study. Data was collected via a quantitative survey, four focus groups, and two case studies. The participants were sixty students from eight countries throughout East and Southeast Asia. The findings suggest that the students' perceptions of U.S. culture were altered as a result of their eight-week stay in the United States for each of the five perception areas examined: diversity, friendliness, safety, wealth, and quality of American higher education. The findings also suggest that perceptions of U.S. culture differed because of the cultural attributes of each campus. An important finding was that students from all campuses expressed appreciation for the open discussion and collaborative learning environment of their college classrooms. The class format contributed to increased perceptions of the quality of American higher education. Additionally, students from all three campuses were required to participate in a service learning project that connected academic and social experiences. This experience was integral in not only connecting students with their local communities, but also students reported a greater understanding of wealth stratification in the United States. The attributes from each campus that contributed to positive perceptions and experiences are presented in a model titled S.C.A.L.E. This is an acronym for the five key factors that influenced perception formation: Staff, Culturally-relevant Curriculum, American Student Contact, Local/regional Exploration, and Experiential Learning. All components impact perceptions to various degrees depending on the cultural attributes of the campuses. Implications and suggestions for international student programming, and suggestions for further research conclude the study.

Download or read book Social Justice Leadership for a Global World written by Cynthia Gerstl-Pepin and published by IAP. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The global economic meltdown has highlighted the interconnectedness of nations. This book seeks to provide an overview of topics, issues, and best practices related to defining social justice leadership given our increasingly global world. Refugees and immigrants from around the globe now inhabit schools and institutions of higher education across the nation and US students, teachers, and leaders are traversing international boarders both physically and virtually through international collaboration, technology, and exchange programs. Although there have been increased efforts and scholarship in support of diversity and multicultural awareness, these efforts have largely focused on the US. We acknowledge that many leadership theories are “domestic” in that they typically incorporate US perspectives or a single-culture description of effective leadership. This book provides a deeper understanding of diverse and multicultural perspectives as they relate to a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected economically, socially, and culturally. Particular attention is paid to providing specific strategies for social justice leaders working in PK-12 and/or higher education, and leadership preparation programs to promote effective leadership that reflects multicultural understanding of the diversity both within and outside the US. Within the context of leadership practice, internationalization offers new insights and ideas about leadership aims, processes, and competencies as a means for addressing equity concerns throughout PK-20 education.

Download or read book Mediations of Multiple Identities in a Private University written by Beata Z. Dolina and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Admitting ever-increasing numbers of international undergraduates, universities are beginning to grapple with the difficulties students experience in adapting to this new, for them, educational context. According to Glass (2012), "Given the growth of international student enrollment, there are compelling reasons to more closely examine the extent to which specific educational experiences may be associated with their learning, development, and perception of campus climate" (p. 229). To address this issue, I investigated the mediations of multiple identities experienced by international students in the educational setting of a university in the United States and the way in which these particular mediations influenced their social adaptation into a new cultural and educational environment. While current sociocultural research suggests that understanding the relationship among identity mediations, language learning, and social adaptation is important to consider when addressing these issues, little attention is evident concerning the way in which international undergraduates learn and adapt to their new educational environments. In order to address this gap in the literature, I investigated the mediation of multiple identities of international undergraduate students during their initial adaptation to this new educational and social context. Three core questions guided the research: 1) How do international students represent themselves in their narratives describing themselves prior to and after arriving at college in the US; 2) In what ways do these narratives demonstrate the participants' changing social positions in learning English; and 3) How does the international experience of coming to the U.S. mediate the college identities as learners of English. Through ongoing interaction with three first-year undergraduates over two semesters, I collected personal narratives about their experiences at the university. While the interview protocol ensured discussion about both their past and current learning experiences, the direction of the conversations included reflections on their interactions in various contexts with the other students and individuals. In addition, I strongly supported the particular stance that international students should have aid during their first attempts to adjust to their new educational context in college. This issue runs throughout the study from the perspective of theories and narrative interviews to data collection and analysis.

Download or read book International Students Perspectives on Their Cross cultural Adjustment to American Higher Education written by Gulistan Badur and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: