Journal of Research in International Education 

About: Journal of Research in International Education is an academic journal published by SAGE Publishing. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): International education & Higher education. It has an ISSN identifier of 1475-2409. Over the lifetime, 447 publications have been published receiving 10011 citations. The journal is also known as: JRIE.

International students in English-speaking universities Adjustment factors

Abstract: EnglishInternational students in institutions of higher education in English-speaking countries make valuable educational and economic contributions. For these benefits to continue, universities must become more knowledgeable about the adjustment issues these students face and implement appropriate support services. This review identifies factors that influence the adjustment and academic achievement of international students. Adjustment challenges are primarily attributable to English language proficiency and culture. Achievement is affected by English proficiency, academic skills and educational background. Understanding international student adjustment issues has global implications for intercultural education. Successful support interventions are reviewed and implications for practice discussed.FrenchLes eleves internationaux etudiant au sein d'institutions d'enseignement superieur dans des pays anglophones apportent une contribution precieuse tant sur le plan educationnel que sur le plan economique. ...

Choosing a higher education study abroad destination: What mainland Chinese parents and students rate as important

Abstract: Mainland China is one of the largest sources of undergraduate and postgraduate students. Previous research has identified the push—pull factors and features that influence a student choice of study abroad destination. This article extends understanding by identifying and examining what 251 mainland Chinese parents and 100 students rated as most and least important when considering study abroad. Findings highlight differences in parent—student ratings of importance and the consequent need for marketers to pay greater attention to cultural values when looking to recruit students from Confucian societies.

Belonging, Identity and Third Culture Kids: Life Histories of former International School Students

Abstract: This article is based on a multiple case study which examines the lives of a group of 11 former international school students who all attended an international school between 20 and 50 years ago. T...

International students’ experiences and attitudes at a US host institution: Self-reports and future recommendations

Abstract: This article examines international students’ experiences at a US university and how these might influence them to recommend or not recommend that others from their home country attend it. Data were collected via online survey at a large public university in the US Southwest. Students from predominantly non-White regions of origin had more negative experiences. Findings suggest that perceptions of unequal treatment are a major factor influencing international students’ attitudes.

From International to Intercultural: Redefining the International School for a Globalized World

Abstract: This article defines intercultural literacy as the competencies, understandings, attitudes, language proficiencies, participation and identities necessary for effective cross-cultural engagement. A new multidimensional and developmental model for intercultural literacy is proposed with reference to previous culture shock and cross-cultural adjustment models, and some implications for international schools are suggested. International schools, it is argued, are in a unique position to develop understandings and practice in relation to intercultural literacy. Not only can they do so—but they should.