The Acculturation of African Students in Northeast China
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This paper aims to investigate the acculturation of African students in Northeast China. A mix approach was adopted. 83 African students participated in this study, which used SCAS as the main measurement tool and individual interviews as an auxiliary measurement. The results show that: 1) African students are less willing to return to their countries, and satisfied with life in China; 2) all African students feel a high degree of cultural shock; 3) students who already have overseas study experience are more likely to adapt to life in China than those who are studying abroad for the first time; 4) ideological differences are the main factor that makes adaptation to life in China difficult; 5) proper guidance and fair treatment are key to promoting the intercultural adaptation of African students in China.
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