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Peer reviewedGrant, Mary Anne – College and University, 1991
The guide, designed for students enrolling directly in a French university in study to be credited toward a U.S. degree, provides general information about the French educational system, types of higher education institution, and university life. Practical information on course selection, registration, examinations, and grading is also included.…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Environment, Foreign Countries, Grading
Burn, Barbara B.; And Others – 1990
This book reports on part of the results of an international research effort to analyze the structures and impacts of study abroad programs offered by higher education institutions in France, West Germany, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States. This volume, the first of two, presents the analysis of the structure and dynamics of study…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, College Credits, Developed Nations, Expenditure per Student
Wolff, Jared M. – Francais dans le Monde, 1994
An American studying for his master's degree in French in France reflects on the experience of advanced second-language learning. The discussion focuses on the stage at which interaction with others replaces formulation of sentences as the primary task and on understanding the power of word choice. (MSE)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, French, Graduate Students, Interpersonal Communication
Grant, Mary Anne – 1990
This guide is designed for student advisors in the United States who are counseling students preparing for a period of study in a fully integrated higher education program in France. The guide covers aspects of the French educational system including the French higher education system, university and academic life, course selection and credit…
Descriptors: Academic Records, College Environment, College Students, Course Selection (Students)
Opper, Susan; And Others – 1990
This is the second volume of a report on the findings of an international research effort designed to analyze the structures and impact of study abroad programs offered by higher education institutions in France, West Germany, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States. This volume focuses primarily upon study abroad program participants,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Age, Cultural Education
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Twelve conference papers on cultural aspects of second language instruction include: "Towards True Multiculturalism: Ideas for Teachers" (Brian McVeigh); Comparing Cultures Through Critical Thinking: Development and Interpretations of Meaningful Observations" (Laurel D. Kamada); "Authority and Individualism in Japan and the…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Comparative Analysis, Critical Thinking, Cultural Differences
Assefa, A. Mariam – 1988
The purpose of this book is to explain French educational credentials to U.S. college and university admissions officers and credentials evaluators. Following introductory sections providing a map of France and an educational and historical overview of France, the following chapters are presented: (1) elementary and secondary education (including…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Allied Health Occupations Education, Architectural Education, Art Education
