Cultural intelligence, i.e. the ability to succeed in different cultural settings and communicate across diverse groups of people, is increasingly recognized as a critical skill for educators teaching students from different backgrounds. I came face to face with its importance… Read More »How to Develop Your Cultural Intelligence and Create a Thriving Diverse Classroom
Final exams are almost over and the summer break is approaching. And while this is a cause for celebration, around this time of year I often have anxious students ask me for advice on how to make the most of… Read More »How to Make the Most of (and Enjoy!) Your Summer as a Student in China
Chinese is hard. I get it. At first, characters feel like a mass of impenetrable pictures, and practicing tones only to have Chinese speakers not understand you and reply in English or whip out their translation app feels extremely frustrating.… Read More »Five Reasons Why International Faculty Working in China Should Learn Chinese
Are you planning to apply to graduate school? If so, the question of who and how to ask for recommendation letters is likely on your mind. Recommendation letters from your existing or former instructors form a crucial component of graduate… Read More »Nervous About Approaching your Professor for a Recommendation Letter? Here’s How to Do it Right.
The fact that Chinese high school students face tough competition is fairly well-known amongst the large numbers of international university faculty who have Chinese students in their classrooms. However, the specific source of that intense pressure – i.e. the “gaokao”… Read More »China’s Formidable University Entrance Exam: What International Faculty Teaching Chinese Students Need to Know
For Chinese students who want to study abroad, one of the most important choices to consider is which country. And, while other options exist, statistics show that the US and UK remain the top destinations, thanks to their world class… Read More »Choosing Between the US and UK for Study Abroad: A Guide for Chinese Students
Fueled by economic development and government policies to improve the country’s innovation, research capabilities, and human capital, China is increasingly a global academic powerhouse. As a result, more and more leading higher education research and teaching professionals are looking beyond… Read More »Navigating Academic Life in China: A Guide for International Faculty
When exploring options for studying in China, most international students immediately think of Shanghai or Beijing. These megacities are known for their prestigious universities, bustling urban life, and significant international communities. However, China offers many amazing educational opportunities beyond these… Read More »5 Chinese Cities to Consider for University Beyond Shanghai and Beijing