Since Sinclair (1991) concretized the possibilities of processing and analyzing large quantities of text data through corpus linguistic techniques, the applications of corpus linguistic approaches employing authentic language data and empirical evidence have been widely accepted in language teaching and research. As the applications of corpus…

More than 3 million students were enrolled in graduate or first-professional programs in the United States during the 2007-08 academic year. These students varied widely both in their demographic characteristics and in the degree programs they pursued. These Web Tables use data from the most recent National Postsecondary Student Aid Study…

A book written for administrators of international student programs in the United States is given a favorable review. The book, "Educating Students from Other Nations: American Colleges and Universities in International Education," by Hugh M. Jenkins and associates, provides state-of-the-art descriptions of what program administrators…

Addressed to foreign student advisers, this brochure presents the view that the changing times, domestically and internationally, suggest that foreign students are needed here for the education of our own students. It outlines a method by which foreign student advisers and others working with foreign students can provide such learning…

Recognition of some of the variations in educational backgrounds and life-styles of foreign stduents--particularly those from developing nations--could ease the communication difficulties they face when studying in American universities. Observations of language problems, counseling problems, class behavior, and social customs are offered. (JMD)

The specific needs and expectations of foreign students must be accommodated differently than those of American students. In this article the author suggests ways in which foreign student expectations can be met by college admissions officers and secondary school guidance counselors. (Author)

From a counseling perspective, examines the emotional problems of undocumented and out-of-status foreign college students. Indicates that these students often suffer from a fear of deportation, loneliness, and depression connected to their citizenship status. Provides suggestions for college counselors in handling foreign students' special needs.…

Designed for use by foreign students, this guide to American library terminology lists 27 common terms in English, Chinese, Spanish, Korean, and Arabic with definitions in English. (MES)

This book has as its purpose to meet the demand from potential students from many countries for information about opportunities for study in Britain. More specifically, the book offers information on the courses offered in the 45 universities and 29 polytechnics in Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the entrance requirements into such courses,…

The experiences are related of two guests from South America visiting Crothersville, Indiana to study and learn about agriculture and the FFA in the United States. (EA)

Provides information on the international organizations that stimulate international education in Western Europe. Details Norway's efforts in this area as representative of the other countries. (LN)

Spells out the aid Australia provides for education in foreign countries and provides statistics and information on foreign students and related programs within Australia. (LN)

The annual "Open Doors" survey indicates that India has become the leading foreign source of young people seeking an education in the United States. (EV)