From frustration to enlightenment: experiences of student exchange program awardees in Taiwan.

ABSTRACT: Background: This qualitative study investigates the experiences of international students' exchange who faced difficulties in adjusting to their new environment. They experienced awkwardness in the use of advanced equipment from technology and in various cultural aspects. This study investigates two Indonesian students who participated for a semester at a Taiwanese university. It aims to explore the Indonesian student exchange program awardees' experiences by examining both the obstacles and benefits of attending the Taiwanese university. Methods: This study used qualitative data analysis. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview, informal participant observations, and a set of open and closed-ended questions. Two Indonesian undergraduate students who belonged

SUBMITTER: Silalahi WP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8637245 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature