Studying abroad for one ye! Definition studying of Knadija, Aniha, Mariam, Seray von: abroad • studying in a foreign country for 12 months • enrolling in a program at a university or college outside of the home country • gain exposure to a new culture, language, and educational system • can provide personal growth, career opportunities, and expanded worldview • may involve challenges (ex. adapting to a new environment, language barriers, and homesickness) • Proper planning and preparation are crucial to have a transformative and rewarding experience Pros & Cons ⑦ ⑰ • Get out of your comfort zone • Escape routine life • Increase communication skills • Get more independent • Finding new interests , • See if you like the experience of being away from home country to plan future • Get to know more languages and cultures • Make international connections Statistics • Be organised to Graduate on time (take online classes/extra work) • Getting a culture-shock “normality” • Post-study abroad depression • Missing out on school-life with friends Examples Lycée Descartes M Asia Pacific International School (koreal (moroccol ↳ location:rabat ↳ ↳ location:secul cost:16428 =) ↳ ⑦ ⑰ Quality education Multicultural environment Culture immersion Best location Questions • • • • • • • • • • • • to Language barrier Arabic 2nd hardest language ↳ private education cost:18 290E ⑰ Academic excellence Multicultural environment Language learning ⑦ Cost High pressure -> high student suicide rate ask Why do you want to study abroad for a year? What are your goals and expectations? Where would you like to go? Have you considered factors such as language, culture, academic opportunities, and cost of living? What are the academic requirements for studying abroad, and how will they fit into your overall academic plan? What is the cost of studying abroad, and how will you pay for it? Have you researched scholarships or other funding options? What strategies do you have for dealing with culture shock, homesickness, or other challenges? How will you maintain communication with family and friends back home, and how often do you plan to stay in touch? What types of extracurricular activities or volunteer opportunities are available to you, and how will you take advantage of them? How will studying abroad for a year affect your career goals or future plans? What skills or experiences will you gain that will benefit you in the long term? What are the potential risks or downsides of studying abroad for a year, and how can you mitigate them?