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Michael B. Smithee

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Applying Intercultural Concepts To Academic Integrity, Michael Smithee Dec 2008

Applying Intercultural Concepts To Academic Integrity, Michael Smithee

Michael B. Smithee

This chapter explores how the U.S. classroom is affected by the presence of international students with respect to academic integrity. It also explores the responsibility of the students and the faculty in establishing a clear understanding of the character of the U.S. classroom methods of teaching and learning, and the rules for assessing student learning.


The Teaching Fellow Program Of The Syracuse University Graduate School, Michael Smithee, Stacey Tice Dec 2008

The Teaching Fellow Program Of The Syracuse University Graduate School, Michael Smithee, Stacey Tice

Michael B. Smithee

This chapter proposes that international teaching assistants upon entering the U.S. to assume their duties be oriented in such a fashion that they become conversant with the pedagogy, culture, and organization of U.S. education. The Teaching Fellow Program of Syracuse University is designed to provide a teaching, guiding and mentoring relationship of seasoned Teaching Assistants specially chosen to assist these new domestic and international student Teaching Assistants.


Creating An Intensive Learning And Support Environment For International And Domestic Students, Michael B. Smithee Feb 2007

Creating An Intensive Learning And Support Environment For International And Domestic Students, Michael B. Smithee

Michael B. Smithee

This presentation reviews the framework of serivces for international and domestic students. It comments on skills, attitudes, and behaviors needed for success in understanding and helping international students.