READ | TEACHING @ | INTERNATIONAL
Culture and Cross-Cultural Issues | Academic Culture | Second Language Anxiety | Communication Skills
At The Ohio State University,
international faculty and teaching associates (TAs) are a highly
valued part of the academic community. However, we know that the
challenges you face as teachers in U.S. college classrooms can be
daunting. These sections of Teaching @ Ohio State are tailored
specifically to the needs of new international instructors. Even if
you have been teaching at Ohio State or in the U.S. for some time,
you may find something useful in this section.
For International Instructors
Ideas presented in these chapters come from contributors' experiences, the research literature on college and university teaching and professional development, collaboration with colleagues at similar research universities, and conversations with experienced international instructors. This information is intended to supplement other portions of Teaching @ Ohio State. There are four sections for international instructors:
Culture and Cross-Cultural Issues
Academic Culture in the U.S.A.
Second Language Anxiety and Coping Strategies
Communication Skills and Strategies
The chapter on Communication Skills and Strategies includes additional links to the following supplemental material:
Glossary of Educational Jargon
Strategies and Phrases for Describing Visual Aids
Phrases for Improving Classroom Communication
We hope that you find these sections helpful, and that you enjoy your time as teachers and learners at Ohio State. Please e-mail us if you have any questions that remain unanswered.
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