Qualitative Study on Chinese Students' Perception of U.S. University Life
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| Title: | Qualitative Study on Chinese Students' Perception of U.S. University Life |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Tang, Xiaokang, Collier, Daniel A., Witt, Allison |
| Source: | Journal of International Students. 2018 8(1):151-178. |
| Availability: | Journal of International Students. 4005 Spurgeon Drive #6, Monroe, LA 71203. Tel: 318-600-5743; Fax: 318-342-3131; e-mail: jistudents.submission@gmail.com; Web site: http://jistudents.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 24 |
| Publication Date: | 2018 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education |
| Descriptors: | College Students, Foreign Students, Student Attitudes, Parent Aspiration, Qualitative Research, Barriers, Peer Relationship, Asians, Student Motivation, Study Abroad, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Foreign Countries, Language Proficiency, Social Networks, Parent Influence, Decision Making, Employment Opportunities, Academic Achievement, Focus Groups, Social Development, Difficulty Level, Academic Standards |
| Geographic Terms: | China, United States |
| ISSN: | 2162-3104 |
| Abstract: | This qualitative research was conducted on Chinese international students preparing to study in the United States about their expectation and perception of American universities. It explored motivation for pursuing degrees in the United States, expectations of life in the United States, and plans post-graduation. Findings suggest that these students foresee U.S. classes to be rigorous due to two notable barriers: English proficiency issue and difference in learning environment. Furthermore, the students promoted desires to build relationships with domestic students but already internalized beliefs that this action was unlikely. They presumed that most networking would occur with co-nationals due to comfort and ease. Finally, parental expectations emerged as a significant factor that influence Chinese international students' desire to study in the United States and post-graduation plans. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 59 |
| Entry Date: | 2018 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1166745 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This qualitative research was conducted on Chinese international students preparing to study in the United States about their expectation and perception of American universities. It explored motivation for pursuing degrees in the United States, expectations of life in the United States, and plans post-graduation. Findings suggest that these students foresee U.S. classes to be rigorous due to two notable barriers: English proficiency issue and difference in learning environment. Furthermore, the students promoted desires to build relationships with domestic students but already internalized beliefs that this action was unlikely. They presumed that most networking would occur with co-nationals due to comfort and ease. Finally, parental expectations emerged as a significant factor that influence Chinese international students' desire to study in the United States and post-graduation plans. |
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| ISSN: | 2162-3104 |
