Chabot CollegFall 2006

Course Outline for Psychology Counseling 28

ORIENTATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Catalog Description:

28 – Orientation for International Students1 unit

Exploration of practical strategies for academic success and to experience a positive transition into the American educational system and culture focusing on the new international student. Examines goal setting, cultural adjustment, college policies, graduation requirements, campus resources, programs and services, student rights and responsibilities, introduction to the California systems of higher education, student educational planning and other topics as needs are identified. Designed for first time International college students in order to enhance their transition into American society and maximize successful matriculation through college toward their academic goals. Required for all foreign-visa students. 1 hour.

[Typical contact hours: 17.5]

Prerequisite Skills:

None

Expected Outcomes for Students:

Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:

  1. Understand the function and expectations of the American School System in order to maintain maximum scholastic performance;
  2. Utilize appropriate campus resources;
  3. Demonstrate understanding of student rights and responsibilities;
  4. State education goals in general terms;
  5. Follow correct registration procedures;
  6. Demonstrate ability to use the college catalog and class schedule;
  7. Demonstrate ability to identify and overcome barriers to their college success;
  8. Demonstrate an improved understanding of strategies for college success;
  9. Utilize a greater knowledge of information for achieving personal, academic, and/or career goals;
  10. Demonstrate knowledge of transfer and AA/AS graduation requirements for F1 students;
  11. Complete the components of the matriculation process, assessment; orientation and counseling follow-up;
  12. Make an effective transition to a different culture.

Course Content:

  1. Review of international student immigration regulations
  2. Overview of American higher education
  3. Overview of higher education in California (CCC, CSU, UC and private)
  4. Review of Catalog and academic calendar
  5. Registration procedures
  6. Student rights and responsibilities in college
  7. Community and campus resource information
  8. AA/AS graduation requirements and UC and CSU Transfer requirements

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Course Outline for Psychology Counseling 28, Page 2

Fall 2006

Course Content:

  1. Student academic advisement
  2. Clarification of academic terminology
  3. Development of student support systems within the international student community
  4. Strategies for college success
  5. Communication with professors/instructors and peers
  6. Cultural diversity on campus and in the community
  7. Environmental factors which affect collegiate success

Methods of Presentation:

  1. Lecture presentations
  2. Use of videotapes and other audio-visual media
  3. Group discussions
  4. Class activities
  5. Guest speakers
  6. Handouts

Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

  1. Typical Assignments
  1. Set goals and develop a partial student education plan
  2. Identify and locate campus resources
  3. Participate in a small group activity on culture shock
  4. Discuss values and expectations in American education and address common concerns of international college students
  5. Complete a worksheet on study skill tips
  6. Type a one page paper on transitioning and cultural adjustment
  7. Attend an individualized counseling appointment
  1. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
  2. Attendance
  3. Class participation
  4. Timeliness of Assignments
  5. Student self evaluation
  6. Quizzes
  7. Journal Assignments
  8. Final Exam

Textbook(s) (Typical):

Fall 2006 Chabot college catalog or latest edition

Fall 2006 Chabot schedule of classes or latest edition

Special Student Materials:

None.

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Revised: 11/09/2005