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How To Improve Theatre Arts Education In Chinese Higher Educational Institutes, Ji Ding Jan 2013

How To Improve Theatre Arts Education In Chinese Higher Educational Institutes, Ji Ding

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This document is a thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the Master of Arts degree in theatre. Theatre Arts in China is in a state of decline. There are several possible ways to change this situation. This thesis will, through the comparison of Theatre Arts in higher education between China and the US, discuss what good lessons China may draw from the US in order to improve. The improved education of Theatre Arts in Chinese higher educational institutes may then be able to help the decline of Theatre Arts in China.


Capturing The Unseen Experience Of Asian International Students In The United States, Martel Pipkins Jan 2011

Capturing The Unseen Experience Of Asian International Students In The United States, Martel Pipkins

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International students bring unique elements to the campuses everywhere. Through their efforts we are able to experience their culture through events such as Japan Night, Nepal Night, Vietnamese New Year, and Africa Night among others. However, there are experiences of international students that are less likely captured. Through one-on-one semi-structured interviewing, the unseen experience of international students from Asia was brought to light. The specific focus here is on challenges they may face during their time of study. The three core challenges presented are 1) living situations, 2) developing relationships, and 3) language. These core challenges seem to have a …