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Unit 9
UNIT 9
LEARNING
Studying Abroad
To read about studying abroad and answer comprehension questions
To answer critical thinking questions
Have you ever thought about studying abroad Why or why not
Yes, I would like to study abroad. Firstly, I can brush up on my language skills. There, I can make friends with native speakers. Secondly, studying abroad gives me a chance to explore a new culture. It helps me to learn more about different traditions and customs.
Yes, I would like to study abroad. Firstly, I can brush up
on my language skills. There, I can make friends with
native speakers. Secondly, studying abroad gives me a
chance to explore a new culture. It helps me to learn more
about different traditions and customs.
Well, I don't like studying abroad. Firstly, I think studying in a foreign country will bring me more difficulties in both life and study. The most serious problem is the language barrier. Besides, since costs and expenditure are much higher than those in our native country, most overseas students have to work for a living, and will find it impossible for them to pay all attention to studying.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad.
Pros
improve one's language skills
develop self-independence
broaden one's horizons
enjoy a good academic environment
sharpen one's edge
Cons
high costs
language barrier
homesickness
safety problems
eating habits
lack of self-control
What cultural difficulties did the students experience when studying abroad
Living in a foreign country sounds exciting, but it’s not always easy to fit in with another culture.
Now, let’s read three passages about Chinese students studying abroad and find out what problems they met there.
Chinese students
studying abroad
friendship
food
language
Next, let’s read the three passages again and fill in the blanks.
difficult
football
surfing
C-pop
cornflakes
a hamburger
pizza
cook
local
English
spoken
shy
discussions
debates
Now, we will read three more passages about foreign students' culture shock in China. Let’s fill in the table.
language
surprised
putonghua
insisted on
walking me to the bus station
shared the food
split the bill
share
paying the bill
Do you know other cultural differences between China and western countries Can you gives us some examples
For me, the biggest difference is tipping. In China, people seldom give tips while in America they often tip generously. If you don't give tips, you are considered impolite.
What should you do before studying abroad
Search information on the Internet about local traditions and customs.
Pay attention to some taboos (禁忌).
Know more about their daily habits.
Find more stories about exchange students’ culture shock.
Your friend Jack is coming to China from America. Please write down a list of Dos and Don’ts for him in China to help him better adapt to Chinese life.