NEW MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGIES IN PEDAGOGY

Problems of adaptation of international students in a new academic environment: cultural, academic and psychological aspects

Authors

  • Yuri A. Volkov Moscow International University
  • Oleg I. Bashеrov Moscow International University
  • Yulia V. Yashina Russian University of Transport
  • Marina N. Savelieva Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration

How to cite

GOST Volkov Y. A., Bashеrov O. I., Yashina Y. V., Savelieva M. N. Problems of adaptation of international students in a new academic environment: cultural, academic and psychological aspects // Education Management Review. 2024. Vol. 14. No. 10-1. P. 180-190.
APA Volkov, Y. A., Bashеrov, O. I., Yashina, Y. V. & Savelieva, M. N. (2024). Problems of adaptation of international students in a new academic environment: cultural, academic and psychological aspects. Education Management Review, 14(10-1), 180-190.

Abstract

The article is devoted to the study of the problems of adaptation of international students in the academic, cultural and social environment. The focus is on the difficulties faced by students studying abroad, including cultural shock, language barriers, psychological problems, and social exclusion. Four stages of cultural adaptation are considered: the honeymoon, hostility, humor and the home stage. Special attention is paid to the role of cultural and emotional intelligence in the successful adaptation of students. Strategies for improving adaptation, such as mentoring, social support, and the use of counseling services, are also proposed.

Keywords

Keywords: international students psychological adaptation cultural adaptation social adaptation academic adaptation emotional intelligence social support cultural intelligence

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2024-10-15

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