China and East Asia to the UK
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Critical Thinking Skills for Chinese Students in Research and Assignments
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Looking for a practical guide to critical thinking in the UK? This introduction is designed specifically for Chinese students, helping you understand how to approach problems, analyse ideas, and engage in discussions in the UK education system.
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What Every Chinese Students Should Know About UK Language and Culture
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As a Chinese student in the UK, understanding British language, body language, and emotions is essential to feeling at home. This guide will help you navigate conversations, understand nonverbal cues, and build cultural confidence. Start mastering UK communication today and make the most of your ...
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The Essential Guide to UK Life for Chinese Students
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Curious about how things really work in the UK? From the obsession with queues and weather chats to the subtle art of British humour, this guide is here to help Chinese students navigate everyday life in the UK with confidence!
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Building Friendships Beyond China in the UK
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Want to make the most of your time in the UK? Connecting with non-Chinese peers can open up new experiences, boost your confidence and improve your English in fun, natural ways. It’s completely normal to feel nervous about things like language or rejection, but there are so many friendly spaces t...
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How Chinese Students Can Handle Communication Challenges in the UK
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Studying in the UK? Understanding communication styles can make a big difference! In this quick guide, we’ll explore how body language, indirect phrases, and cultural expressions shape your interactions with others. For example, Brits might say “not bad” when they mean “great,” and certain phrase...
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Plagiarism, Referencing, and Citation Explained for Chinese Students
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Want to master the art of referencing and avoid plagiarism while studying in the UK? This guide for Chinese students will help you understand the importance of proper citation and how to do it confidently in your academic work.
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UK And East Asia
Examining some of the differences that people from East Asia may notice when they arrive in the UK.
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A Recent History In UK And China
The past 100 years have seen big changes in the UK. Cultural psychologist Richard Valentine takes us on a tour of British history, comparing it to milestones in Chinese history of the same period.
By the end of this video you will have learnt:
- Some of the key events in British history over t... -
The History Of Writing
Cultural psychologist Richard Valentine compares writing systems around the world, focusing on the pictorial system in China and the alphabet system in the UK.
By the end of this video you will have learnt:
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Young Nation, Old Nation
China as an ‘Old Nation’ is contrasted with the UK as a ‘Young Nation'. The pattern that emerges is one where China has produced its own changes, while in the UK changes have come via external influences.
By the end of this video you will have learnt:
- How the broad sweep of UK history compar... -
Food Culture: UK Compared To East Asia
In this video, we explore how food and eating habits differ from those in the UK. You'll learn about the various influences behind these culinary traditions. By the end, you'll understand that the UK has adopted food cultures from around the world, especially from its historical connection with F...
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The Culture Of Learning In The UK: China
This video explores the rich learning culture of China, which dates back twice as far as that of the UK. By the end, you'll gain an overview of education in the UK, from King Henry VIII's educational reforms to the development of other universities. Additionally, you'll uncover the similarities a...
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Cultural Differences: UK & East Asia
In this video, Richard Valentine compares the UK and China, looking at how they use language and communicate. You'll learn how pictorial languages affect the brain differently than alphabetic ones. Plus, you'll see how business communication differs between the two countries. Despite these differ...
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How Am I Shaped By My Culture as an East Asian Citizen
Confucius said 'By nature, we are almost the same, but by practice, we get to be far apart'. This video explores this theme and how it relates to East Asia and the UK.
By the end of this video, you will have learnt:
- there are four areas of particular difference: language, family, belief and ...
