1. International students: can we
do more to welcome them?
From The Guardian, 11 Sept. 2013

2. Sentence A
We
know
starting
university
can
be
a
stressful
time
for
many
students

3. Sentence A
because
of
new
places,
new
classmates
and
the
high
academic
standards.

4. Sentence B
We know
starting university
can be a stressful time
for many students
with new places,
new classmates
and high academic standards.

5. Sentence C
But remember
how much more difficult it is
for international students
who not only worry about getting lost
but also worry about
a new language
and a new culture.

6. Question 1
Why do international students find university
‘much more difficult’?

7. Sentence D
Universities face
an important question:
what is the best way
to welcome
international students
and to get them to mix
with British students?

8. Sentence D
Why
do so many students
only have friends
of the same nationality?

9. Question 2
What problem do British universities have?

10. Sentence E
One reason is
that students of the same nationality
often live together
in student accommodation
and therefore
they do not have
local neighbours
or British flatmates.

11. Sentence E
Another reason is
the teaching and learning techniques
of UK education.
International students
do not feel confident
at giving opinions,
attending social events
or studying independently.

12. Sentence E
Thirdly,
many international students
are not prepared
before they come to the UK
for the differences
in the education system
and local culture.

13. Question 3
What three reasons does the article give?