International Students' Adaptation Process in a Turkish University
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| Title: | International Students' Adaptation Process in a Turkish University |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Sevim Atila Demir, Dilek Nam, Lara Foley |
| Source: | Journal of International Students. 2025 15(5):41-62. |
| Availability: | Journal of International Students. 4005 Spurgeon Drive #6, Monroe, LA 71203. Tel: 318-600-5743; Fax: 318-342-3131; e-mail: jis@ojed.org; Web site: https://www.ojed.org/index.php/jis/index |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 22 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, College Students, Foreign Students, Student Mobility, Student Adjustment, Social Integration, Study Abroad, Student Attitudes, Student Motivation, Cultural Influences, Proximity, Social Networks, College Choice, Cultural Differences |
| Geographic Terms: | Turkey |
| ISSN: | 2162-3104 2166-3750 |
| Abstract: | International student mobility increases student diversity, fosters different perspectives, and contributes to human capital. Turkey has gradually increased international student numbers, making investigating their challenges and academic success factors essential. This study examines the adaptation processes of 62 language preparatory students at a state university in northwestern Turkey using an exploratory, qualitative approach, focusing on a holistic single case study design. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and data were analyzed using a common software tool. The article addresses the adaptation process, structures and practices aiding adaptation, and reasons for choosing Turkey as a study destination. Findings show students choose Turkey for "cultural proximity," "social conditions," and "educational conditions." Adaptation factors are categorized into "cultural practices in daily life," "individual factors," and "institutional factors." |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1471097 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | International student mobility increases student diversity, fosters different perspectives, and contributes to human capital. Turkey has gradually increased international student numbers, making investigating their challenges and academic success factors essential. This study examines the adaptation processes of 62 language preparatory students at a state university in northwestern Turkey using an exploratory, qualitative approach, focusing on a holistic single case study design. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and data were analyzed using a common software tool. The article addresses the adaptation process, structures and practices aiding adaptation, and reasons for choosing Turkey as a study destination. Findings show students choose Turkey for "cultural proximity," "social conditions," and "educational conditions." Adaptation factors are categorized into "cultural practices in daily life," "individual factors," and "institutional factors." |
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| ISSN: | 2162-3104 2166-3750 |
