1, course
International classes in senior high schools usually offer a variety of courses to meet the interests and academic needs of different students. These courses usually include international standard courses (such as IGCSE, A-Level, IB, etc. ), language courses (such as English, French, Spanish, etc. ), professional courses (such as computer science, economics, psychology, etc. ) and expand courses (such as cultural exchange, social practice, etc. ).
2. Characteristics of the course
(1) Pay attention to the individualized development of students.
The curriculum is flexible and diverse, and can be customized according to students' interests and specialties, so as to better explore students' potential and talents.
(2) Internationalized educational resources
Adopt international standard teaching materials and teaching methods, hire foreign teachers to teach, and provide students with broader international educational resources.
(3) the combination of theory and practice
The course not only pays attention to the study of theoretical knowledge, but also pays attention to the cultivation of practical ability. Through practical activities and projects, students can apply what they have learned to real life and better understand and master knowledge.
(4) Pay attention to leadership and teamwork.
High school international classes usually focus on cultivating students' leadership and teamwork spirit. By organizing various activities and projects, students can learn how to lead teams and cooperate to complete tasks.
Advantages and challenges of international classes in senior high schools
1, advantages
Provide more opportunities
Through the curriculum of international classes, students can be exposed to more disciplines and cultural backgrounds, and have more opportunities to understand and adapt to different educational systems and cultural atmosphere.
(2) improve the academic level
The curriculum of international classes focuses on the cultivation of students' independent thinking, critical thinking and innovative ability, which can help students improve their academic level and exam results.
(3) cultivate leadership ability
The courses of international classes focus on cultivating students' leadership and teamwork spirit, which is very important for their future career and life.
(4) expanding the circle of contacts
Studying in international classes can make you know students from different countries and different cultural backgrounds, expand students' international contacts and lay a good foundation for future development.
2. Challenges
(1) The tuition fee is higher.
The tuition fees of international classes are usually high, which is a great burden for some families.
(2) Language barriers
Because all the courses in international classes are taught in English or bilingual, students with poor English level may face language barriers.
(3) Adapt to the new environment
Studying in an international class needs to adapt to the new educational system and cultural atmosphere, which may take some time and adaptation process for some students.