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Title: Effect of a Training Program on the Psychological, Cultural, and Social Alienation Experienced by Foreign Students in Jordan
Language: English
Authors: Feras Ali Al-Habies (ORCID 0000-0002-7480-6934), Alean Al-Krenawi, Somaya Abdel-Hameed Al-Ja’afreh (ORCID 0000-0002-2692-2025), Wafa Ali Mahmoud Alwani (ORCID 0009-0001-9575-1215), Omar Ismail Hamzeh Alorani (ORCID 0000-0002-7698-3686), Diya Ahmad Al-Jaloudi (ORCID 0009-0003-6128-7543), Omar Abdallah Khawaldeh (ORCID 0009-0002-6954-3786)
Source: Journal of International Students. 2025 15(3):111-130.
Availability: Journal of International Students. 4005 Spurgeon Drive #6, Monroe, LA 71203. Tel: 318-600-5743; Fax: 318-342-3131; e-mail: jis@ojed.org; Web site: https://www.ojed.org/index.php/jis/index
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 19
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students, Foreign Students, Student Adjustment, Alienation, Cultural Isolation, Emotional Adjustment, Social Isolation, School Orientation, First Year Seminars, Cultural Education, Student Rights, Student Responsibility, Student Personnel Services, Money Management, Safety Education, Program Effectiveness
Geographic Terms: Jordan
ISSN: 2162-3104
2166-3750
Abstract: In this study, we examined the effectiveness of an educational training program in reducing psychological, cultural, and social alienation among international students. A total of 73 undergraduate students from diverse nationalities participated in the study. The training program comprised six seminars delivered over three weeks, with two lectures conducted weekly. Topics covered included Jordanian culture and traditions, academic procedures, students' rights and responsibilities, support services, local geography, financial management, and safety. Pre- and post-program assessments utilized validated tools to measure levels of alienation. Findings revealed a significant reduction in social and cultural alienation, underscoring the program's success in fostering social connections and cultural understanding. However, an unexpected increase in psychological alienation was noted, highlighting the need to address psychological challenges more effectively. These results emphasize the importance of comprehensive orientation programs tailored to mitigate all dimensions of alienation, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being of international students.
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  Data: In this study, we examined the effectiveness of an educational training program in reducing psychological, cultural, and social alienation among international students. A total of 73 undergraduate students from diverse nationalities participated in the study. The training program comprised six seminars delivered over three weeks, with two lectures conducted weekly. Topics covered included Jordanian culture and traditions, academic procedures, students' rights and responsibilities, support services, local geography, financial management, and safety. Pre- and post-program assessments utilized validated tools to measure levels of alienation. Findings revealed a significant reduction in social and cultural alienation, underscoring the program's success in fostering social connections and cultural understanding. However, an unexpected increase in psychological alienation was noted, highlighting the need to address psychological challenges more effectively. These results emphasize the importance of comprehensive orientation programs tailored to mitigate all dimensions of alienation, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being of international students.
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