Social Networks and the International Student Experience
An International Community of Practice?
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 23318276 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Charles Montgomery (0000-0002-6908-5992, Northumbria University, corresponding author), Catherine Montgomery (0000-0001-6717-1099, Northumbria University), Liz Mcdowell (0000-0002-1294-5664, Northumbria University) |
| Year | 2009 |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 455-466 |
| Publication date | 2009-12-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Studies in International Education (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1028-3153 • E-ISSN: 1552-7808 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/1028315308321994 |
| OpenAlex | W2118176710 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 69 |
| References cited | 6 |
An implicit perception of international students is that they have difficulty in becoming involved in social exchange with other students who do not share their “culture” and language. This picture of a group of students isolated and disadvantaged by their lack of contact with “UK culture” is questioned in this article. Data from a recent research project suggests that international students form a strong international community that supports their learning and provides them with a supportive learning environment. Thus, contrary to perceptions, the strength of this international community challenges the view that international students need to develop social and academic exchange with UK students to get the most from their university experience. The international community of practice described here presents a picture of a more positive and active international student experience, with international students as the providers of support and knowledge within a supportive and purposeful student community.
Disadvantaged · Higher education · International community · International education · Pedagogy · Perception · Political science · Public relations · Sociology · Study abroad · Innovative Education and Learning Practices · Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods · International Student and Expatriate Challenges · Psychology
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| Unique citing works | 69 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 4,6 |
| Citation span | 2011 - 2026 (16) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 66 |