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Back to School?

2024/8/27
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Barbarians at the Gate
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David Moser
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Jeremiah Jenny
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David Moser: 我观察到北京大学等高校的国际学生群体正在发生变化,越来越多的学生来自发展中国家和东欧国家,他们主要目的是为了获得学位。尽管西方学生赴华留学人数减少,但来自全球南方和东欧的学生人数却在增加,他们主要目的是为了获得学位,这改变了校园的动态。尽管国际学术交流的形式可能有所改变,但它正在缓慢恢复,一些短期项目,例如为美国高中生提供的为期两到三周的沉浸式项目,运作良好。虽然赴华留学的美国学生人数可能减少,但他们的学习兴趣和质量却可能有所提高。 Jeremiah Jenny: 赴华留学并不意味着必须完全支持中国的一切,可以带着开放的心态去学习和了解不同的视角。我的教学目标是让学生理解中国,而不是改变他们的想法。了解和欣赏一个国家的优点,并不意味着必须认同该国政府的所有行为。 Jeremiah Jenny: 一些想在美国政府部门工作的学生担心,在中国学习的经历可能会影响他们获得安全许可或未来的职业发展。一些在美国学习过并获得中国政府资助的学生曾受到FBI的调查,这加剧了学生对赴华学习可能影响其未来职业发展的担忧。喜欢中国文化并不意味着必须支持中国政府。西方社会对中国的看法与美国国内的政治极化现象存在相似之处,一些人出于对立面(美国)的厌恶而支持中国政府。

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This chapter explores the changing dynamics of student exchange between the US and China. While fewer Western students are studying abroad in China, there's a rise in students from other regions pursuing higher education there. The discussion touches upon the nuances of fostering cultural appreciation versus endorsing government policies, and the role of short-term immersion programs.
  • Declining number of Chinese students studying in the US
  • Cautious return of American students to China
  • Shift in international student population in Chinese universities
  • Rise of short-term immersion programs for American high school students in China

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As David at least gets set for another semester, he and Jeremiah reconnect to catch up on a mix of timely topics from China and the US. They explore the declining number of Chinese students studying in the US and the cautious return of American students to China, offering insights and practical advice on how to introduce China to American students in nuanced ways. They discuss the difference between fostering an appreciation for Chinese culture and people versus endorsing government policies.

The conversation also delves into the current US presidential race and how it’s being portrayed on Chinese platforms like Weibo, focusing on reactions to Vice-Presidential candidate Tim Walz’s China ties. Finally, they wrap up with a lively discussion on Beijing’s North-South axis being added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, considering what it means for the city’s identity and global recognition.